12 Kids Books That Celebrate LGBTQI Families
Inspired by the beautiful All is Assuredly Well, co-authored by Professor Gore and Maestro Wilson, here is a list of picture books that feature LGBTQI families.
In The Spotlight
Review: Bonyo Bonyo: The True Story of a Brave Boy from Kenya
By Tina Vasquez, for The Children’s Book Review
Published: February 7, 2011
Bonyo Bonyo: The True Story of a Brave Boy from Kenya
By Vanita Oelschlager (Author), Kristin Blackwood and Mike Blanc (Illustrators)
Reading level: Ages 4-8
Paperback: 42 pages
Publisher: Vanita Books (April 1, 2010)
Source: Publisher
Father’s Day Books: One or Two Daddies
By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: June 2, 2010
The following books have been selected for Father’s Day because they showcase strong paternal bonds and demonstrate just how special (and important) daddy-and-me moments can be. There is also a special selection for families that have two daddies.
5 Most Popular Books of 2009
By Bianca Schulze, The Children's Book Review Published: January 7, 2010 This time of year brings about many "best of", "top ten", and "most popular" lists. This particular list showcases the books that were the most popular on The Children's Book Review. 5 Most Popular Books Scat by
Birds of a Feather: A Book of Idioms and Silly Pictures by Vanita Oelschlager
By Bianca Schulze, The Children's Book Review Published: May 18, 2009 Birds of a Feather: A Book of idioms and Silly Pictures: Vanita Oelschlager by Vanita Oelschlager (Author), Robin Hegan (Illustrator) Reading level: Ages 4-9 Hardcover: 32 pages Publisher: Vanitabooks (April 1, 2009) What to expect: Idioms, Humor Birds of a Feather
Ivy in Bloom: The Poetry of Spring from Great Poets and Writers of the Past: Vanita Oelschlager
By Bianca Schulze, The Children's Book Review Published: April 4, 2009 Ivy in Bloom by Vanita Oelschlager (author) and Kristin Blackwood (illustrator) Reading level: Ages 4-8 Hardcover: 40 pages Publisher: Vanitabooks (April 1, 2009) Vanita Oelschlager's book, Ivy in Bloom, is the perfect choice for the month of April. It introduces
April Fools Day Edition: National Poetry Month
A pinch and a punch for the first day of the month! What better book to release on April Fools Day than a picture book titled Funny Farm. It's an entertaining book containing a giggle on every page by Mark Teague's personified animals. Check out