Suggested Reading Material: LGBTQIA+ Families

Every family deserves to see themselves reflected in the stories they read. At Digby Family Law, we believe that access to thoughtful, affirming resources can help children, parents, and loved ones navigate conversations about identity, family, acceptance, and belonging with greater confidence and compassion. Below, we’ve gathered some of our favorite reading resources for LGBTQIA+ families, including books for parents and caregivers, as well as age-appropriate stories for young children that celebrate the many ways a family can look and grow.

For younger children

Heather Has Two Mommies

by Lesléa Newman; Illustrated by Laura Cornell

Daddy & Dada

by Ryan Brockington, Issac Webster, Illustrated by: Lauren May

Love is Love

by Michael Genhart; Illustrated by Ken Min

Ritu Weds Chandni

by Ameya Narvankar

Pride: The Story of Harvey Milk and the Rainbow Flag

by Rob Sanders; Illustrated by: Steven Salerno

Maiden & Princess 

by Daniel Haack, Isabel Galupo; Illustrated by Becca Human

Daddy, Pappa, and Me

by Lesléa Newman; Illustrated by: Carol Thompson

Mommy, Mama, and Me

by Lesléa Newman; Illustrated by: Carol Thompson