Happy Pride!
This month, we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and the diverse perspectives within. Part of those perspectives lies in the work of LGBTQ+ authors and books to make kids feel seen, heard, and most of all, valued. Below is a roundup of titles that can spark meaningful conversations and build empathy, so all students feel a sense of belonging and pride in who they are.
It’s All or Nothing, Vale by Andrea Beatriz Arango
The Last Bookstore on Earth by Lily Braun-Arnold
The Haunting Between Us by Paul Michael Winters
Recommended Reading by Paul Coccia
Flamer by Mike Curato
The Breakup Lists by Adib Khorram
The Quiet and the Loud by Helena Fox
We Are Okay by Nina LaCour
We hope you’ve got your new reading list ready. Here’s to representation, and good reading!
About the Author
Betsy Butler (she/her) is a Professional Learning Specialist at Teaching Channel. She holds a B.A. in English, a Master’s in Education, and has been teaching since 1992. Betsy uses her three decades of teaching experience to write and revise our courses while selecting the perfect accompanying texts. Her specialty areas include ELA, special education topics, behavior management, and mental health.
Fun Fact: Betsy’s daily conquest is solving the New York Times crossword puzzle!
