Queer History A to Z: 100 Years of LGBTQ+ Activism

Queer History A to Z: 100 Years of LGBTQ+ ActivismQueer History A to Z: 100 Years of LGBTQ+ Activism by Robin Stevenson, Vivian Rosas
Published by Kids Can Press on 5/7/24
ISBN: 1525308351
Genres: Non-Fiction
Format: Nonfiction
Source: MSL Book Review
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four-stars

This middle grade nonfiction book introduces readers to the history of LGBTQ+ activism in the United States and Canada.  It is organized in an A to Z format, with each letter highlighting an important idea, person, or event in the history of LGBTQ+ activism.  Some of the terms will probably be familiar for readers like P is for Pride or Q is for Queer.  Others will be new for readers as they learn about activists like Baynard Rustin and Urvashi Vaid.  The alphabet format and bright illustrations makes the information accessible and engaging to readers. The text offers an age-appropriate overview of LGBTQ+ activism and why it was/is necessary.  The backmatter includes descriptions of more queer activists, a timeline of important events, and a glossary.  This book would be great in a middle school collection as it offers important information on a relevant topic without going into too much depth.

Reviewed by Lindsay Varnum, Orono Public Library

four-stars