{"product_id":"queer-history-a-to-z-100-years-of-lgbtq-activism-hardcover","title":"Queer History A to Z: 100 Years of LGBTQ+ Activism - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRobin Stevenson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eVivian Rosas\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn essential resource for young readers that details the people, events and places that have shaped queer history in North America.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In this exploration of the history of LGBTQ+ activism in North America, middle-grade readers can learn about the key people who led the fight for equality, the events that brought about change and the places where history was made. Presented in an A to Z format, with one topic per letter (\"P Is for Pride\"), the entries include subjects such as coming out, pride flags, Jazz Jennings and the Stonewall Inn. Young readers will be particularly interested in learning about youth activists such as Gavin Grimm, the history of the first gay-straight alliance and the ongoing issue of banned children's books in America. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Author Robin Stevenson has won numerous awards, including a Stonewall Book Award Honor. She has carefully curated the key people, places and events in queer history across North America to offer a pitch-perfect compilation of individual stories that are accessible, interesting and inspiring. \u003ci\u003eQueer History A to Z \u003c\/i\u003eis a must-have resource for young readers, and a terrific jumping-off point for discussions about history, identity and the progress made by the LGBTQ+ community. With so many fascinating biographies and cultural history lessons throughout, it also makes an excellent general social studies resource. Eye-catching art by Vivian Rosas appears on every spread, capturing many of the iconic images of the LGBTQ+ rights movement. Extensive back matter includes short biographies of LGBTQ+ activists, a timeline, a glossary, resources for kids, selected author's sources and an index. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobin Stevenson\u003c\/b\u003e is the award-winning author of nearly 30 books for kids and teens, many about the lives and histories of LGBTQ+ people. Her books have been translated into numerous languages and published in more than a dozen countries. Her book \u003ci\u003ePride\u003c\/i\u003e was named a Stonewall Honor Book, and her novel \u003ci\u003eRecord Breaker\u003c\/i\u003e won the Silver Birch Award. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eVivian Rosas\u003c\/b\u003e is a queer Mestizx\/Latinx artist based in Toronto. Her illustrations and murals often explore themes of feminism, empowerment and diversity. She is the illustrator of \u003ci\u003eBetter Connected \u003c\/i\u003eby Tanya Lloyd Kyi, a children's book about how girls are using social media for good. Her work has been commissioned by Pride Toronto and appeared in such publications as the \u003ci\u003eGlobe and Mail\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Walrus\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 9.7 x 7.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 07, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51763695747360,"sku":"9781525308352","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/ec436aa5d750216445c143b85412288a.webp?v=1780239564","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/queer-history-a-to-z-100-years-of-lgbtq-activism-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}