I am a straight ally and this is such a needed read for all. This book is a great way to learn more about the history of the LGBTQ+ community. I hope everybody will read this book and share it with others.

This book features such gorgeous illustrations and graphics, which all pair nicely with the book's content. I am always looking for books like this and it provides so much important information. This is a need-to-have book for anyone who is wanting a starting point to learn about Queer History. While I was familiar with a portion of the content, there was so much other information I had never learned about before.

"Queer History A to Z" is an absolute gem 💎 in the realm of LGBTQIA+ literature! Robin Stevenson, Vivian Rosas, you've truly outdone yourselves with this glittery masterpiece! 🌈📚 From A to Z, it's a fabulous celebration of queer history that's more dazzling than a pride parade float. Bravo!

Can we just throw a thousand stars at this book? ⭐️✨ Queer books bring me so much joy, and this one deserves all the love and then some!

There's just so much to adore in this glamorous read. Normally, I struggle with informative or historical books, finding them a tad snooze-worthy. But not this one! It's as easy to digest as a rainbow sprinkle cupcake 🧁 and twice as fun! Despite its compact size, it packs a punch of knowledge and entertainment. It's like a tiny, but mighty encyclopedia of queer excellence! And let's talk about the artwork—jaw-droppingly fabulous 🎨, capturing the spirit of the LGBTQ+ community with perfection.

I am part of the LGBTQ community so whenever I see a new book about anything Queer I need to read it so I was so excited to have been accepted to read this! I loved this! They packed this kids book with so much info its crazy! It was nice having the organization of the ABC's but also the little trivia thrown in and then the glossary, list of activists, and 100 years of history. It was a nice change of pace to read other Queer history rather than just the same couple of things every book puts in it. Robin Stevenson really did their research and made the community proud with this one.

I really love how this book pairs LGBTQ+ history and important people in our history with each letter of the alphabet! It was comprehensive, fun and not too overloaded with information! I also really enjoyed how colorful it was and not too overloaded with information which I find happens a lot in “history books”. Thank you for writing such a great book to help everyone, of all ages learn the history of our community! And thank you for sharing it with me!

Queer History A to Z is a great little book. The colors and illustrations are fun, and the information that can be learned inside the book is valuable information. This book doesn't just pull common queer terms to meet the assignment; it actually teaches about queer history. There is something to be learned by everyone who reads this book whether they are in the community or not. There are even tidbits of information within pages. For example, F is for Flags shows the flags, but also names and dates each one and teaches about The Pink Triangle. The authors here clearly did their research and were trying to create something beyond your basic ABC book.

I learned so many new things to look into about Queer History. I have never even heard of some of these topics. I would recommend this book to any one who wants to learn more about queer activism, it’s such a good beginning book.

An interesting runthrough of queer history. I found the biography at the end a little overwhelming and feel this would work better as a companion book as I struggled to absorb the information.

"Queer History A to Z" by Robin Stevenson is an insightful journey through LGBTQ+ activism over the past century. With concise entries and engaging storytelling, Stevenson brings to life the struggles and triumphs of the queer community. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about LGBTQ+ history in an accessible and comprehensive way.

I haven't been on #NetGalley in a while, and when I went, I stumbled upon "Queer History A to Z: 100 Years of LGBTQ+ Activism." It was written by Robin Stevenson and illustrated by Vivian Rosas.
["An essential resource for young readers that details the people, events and places that have shaped queer history in North America.

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."]

This book was really good! Some of the information, facts, people, places were a review, but I did learn a lot! Some more modern terms, some new people, some Canadian facts.

Plus, the pictures and illustrations were gorgeous! The colors popped right off the page.

This book debuts on May 7, 2024, and you NEED to go check it out!! :D

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This book is FILLED with information about the lgbt rights movement in North America and it was very well presented. I enjoyed the illustrations and the general sense of diversity in the book - not just in term of gender and sexuality expression. But also in terms of disability, indegenous ancestry, skin color, etc. It was very nice to see the inclusion of lesser known sexual identities, such as asexuals,
I also really enjoyed the timeline in the end and the glossary.
Overall, a really good and important book for the older child to have access to. It's not necesarily one that you read from front to back but that you now and then reach for and learn from.

Queer history A to Z: 100 years of queer activism by Robbie Stevenson,Vivian Rosas (illustrator) is a children's non fiction book about LGBTQIA+ history in North America.
I saw someone describe it has "presented it in a to z format this book is not just informative; it's like a rainbow coloured roller coaster ride through time" and I couldn't agree more.
It is a short but a delightfully informative and colourful read. As mentioned the books is in a to z format with one topic per letter ( e.g: A for activism). The topics range from significant queer people in history to places, events and various phrases. (E.g: spell the tea, Jazz Jennings, drag culture etc). The illustrations were diverse and beautiful!! As were the various topics chosen. As a person who loves history and someone who is not from North America,I loved reading this book and highlighting/bookmarking various things to do more research on it later. This was my first nonfiction LGBTQIA+ book and can't wait to read more of these! 🫶
P.S: I will review it soon on my bookstagram account ( the.lore.of.books).

A new way to ABC. A is for activism! A diverse book of queer history in short, digestible (but still informative) sections. It has lovely illustrations and includes indigenous, Black/Stonewall histories too.

Thanks to netgalley for a copyin exhcnage for an honest review.

Even though it's geared towards a younger audience, Queer History A to Z, it can be read by anyonw. It talks about intersectionality and celebrates the fact that we owe many aspects of queer liberation to the civil rights movement and the work of activists in BIPOC communities. It's an incredibly inspiring book, with queer joy jumping off on every page through optimistic language and beautiful vibrant illustrations. I love how many activists were highlighted, especially BIPOC people who are often overlooked in the general discourse around events like Stonewall.

Note to the publisher: There is a mistake on page 35, where the text refers to Oscar Wilde as "British." He was Irish and of Anglo-Irish descent but not British.

Queer History A to Z is an accessible, well-written, beautifully illustrated book for young (and young at heart) people.

On my personal journey to becoming an anti-oppressive educator and just generally a compassionate global citizen, I try my best to read and learn more about people, places, ideas, and things that are new to me. And did I ever learn after reading today’s book!

Suitable for young readers in the middle-grades, QUEER HISTORY A-Z: 100 YEARS OF LGBTQ+ ACTIVISM (written by Robin Stevenson, illustrated by Vivian Rosas, published by Kids Can Press) is a comprehensive compilation of all the activists, trailblazers, and significant events of the 100 years of fighting for equal rights and justice for the LGBTQ+ community in North America. This essential resource also explores the barriers and obstacles WITHIN the LGBTQ+ community, such as the fight to recognize the identities of transgender, non-binary, Black and other racialized individuals. The back matter includes more mini bios of LGBTQ+ activists, a timeline of queer activism in the past 100 years, a glossary, as well resources for young readers.

In my opinion, this book is essential for every inclusive bookshelf. Not only would readers, young and old, be able to learn more about the history of queer activism, which cultivates anti-oppressive mindsets, this book is full of teachable opportunities. Young readers can see how activism functions in our world, why it is needed, and that they too, can stand up for justice. Exploring the concept of intersectionality (intersecting identities) would help readers engage in critical thinking and meaningful learning.

Very insightful book, and very beautiful connection between ideas and information. I absolutely LOVE learning about queer history, it's something very important to me as a queer person and this book introduced me to the history of many points in queer history, I wasn't aware of. The part about the history of drag particularly stood out to me as it's not something I know a lot about. IT really drew my attention to the amazing and diverse history of drag and the impact it has on the queer community. I really have nothing negative to say about this book, it works as an introduction and to dive deeper in queer history.

This is the perfect book for individuals of all ages really. I know it’s set for children in ABC format, but it provides clear details of events, captivating illustrations and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Kids Can Press for the ARC!
This book was AMAZING! The illustrations were beautiful, the information was clear, digestible and informative, it covered both influential moments, places, people and important vocabulary and was just so well rounded. I also love the further reading and resources at the end.
I cannot wait for this to be published so I can buy a copy for the library. Thank you, Robin Stevenson and Vivian Rosas!

This is a great, beautifully designed book. I liked that it talked about people and items, every other letter. The idea for X is funny though.