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Being LGBTQ / by Nardo, Don,1947-author.(CARDINAL)781768;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 71-72) and index.Coming out -- Challenges for young people -- Creating a family -- At work and in the public sphere -- Faced with violence"Whatever one chooses to call LGBTQ people, each letter represents a separate sexual orientation; moreover, all are alternatives to by far the largest single orientation in society-heterosexuality, or being "straight."anti-LGBTQ hatred, discrimination, and violence against members of the community continue to blight society; many LGBTQ people know how it feels to be treated as less than equal to straight people"--Grades 10-12.
Subjects: Young adult literature.; Gay people.; Sexual minorities.; Sexual orientation.; Homosexuals.; LGBTQ+ people.; Sexual minorities.; Sexual orientation.; Sexual preference.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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When you're ready : coming out / by Lacaze, Katherine,author.(CARDINAL)826955; Tindall, Justin,writer of foreword.(CARDINAL)823787;
Why coming out matters -- Meet ... yourself -- Coming out to family and friends -- Coming out at school, work, and more -- Finding community, large and small."Explains why the process is such a significant aspect of living life as an LGBTQ person and how to make the experience positive and right for you." -- back cover.
Subjects: Young adult literature.; Coming out (Sexual orientation); Gay teenagers.; Lesbian teenagers.; Sexual minorities.; LGBTQ+ people.; Sexual minorities.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Stand up for LGBTQ rights / by Nardo, Don,1947-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Whether they may be gay, trans, or queer, in recent decades a growing number of high school and college age members of the LGBTQ community have become societal activists fighting for equal rights and treatment. In whatever manner they may choose to stand up for themselves, all of these young activists have the same basic motivation. Namely, LGBTQ people still are not always treated equally to and with the same amount of respect as straight people in society"--Ages 14-18
Subjects: Young adult literature.; Gay rights; Sex and law; Sexual minorities; Sexual minorities; Gay rights.; LGBTQ+ people.; Sexual minorities.;
Available copies: 5 / Total copies: 5
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The arts / by Dufresne, Emilie,author.(CARDINAL)826683; Rippengill, Danielle,book designer.;
Sometimes being who you are can be a hard thing to do. Learn about people from across the LGBTQIA+ community who celebrate who they are and never stop fighting for what they believe in. No matter who you are, inside or out, this book is here to teach you that you can be proud of who you are.
Subjects: Illustrated works.; Equality; Gender identity; Transgender people; Gender-nonconforming people; Gender expression; Gender transition; Gender nonconformity; Sexual minorities; Bisexual people; Entertainers; Communities; Sex (Biology); English language; Performing arts; Gender identity.; Transgender people.; Gender non-conforming people.; Gender expression.; Transitioning (Gender); LGBTQ+ people.; Sexual minorities.; Bisexual people.; Sex (Body);
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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LGBTQ discrimination in America / by Harris, Duchess,author.; Marciniak, Kristin,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 104-109) and index.A hostile atmosphere -- Political framework -- Employment -- Health care -- Education -- Housing -- The criminal justice system -- Effects of discrimination -- Fighting against discrimination.The LGBTQ community encompasses a wide variety of identities and experiences, and currently there are no federal laws that explicitly protect their rights. Changes have been slow, in part because the community encompasses a wide variety of identities and experiences. Harris and Marciniak examine the effects of direct and indirect discrimination, and stress the importance of educating people about the inaccuracies of harmful stereotypes, and of altering the political framework that allows LGBTQ discrimination. -- adapted from chapter: A hostile atmosphere.1130L
Subjects: Young adult literature.; Young adult.; Discrimination; Homophobia; Sexual minorities; Transphobia; Homophobia.; LGBTQ+ people.; Sexual minorities.; Transphobia.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The meaning of pride / by Thor, Rosiee,author.; Kirk, Sam,illustrator.;
A vibrant ode to the culture and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community, The Meaning of Pride, written by Rosiee Thor and illustrated by Sam Kirk, celebrates the beauty, significance, and many dimensions of the concept of Pride as celebrated by millions of people around the world! Every year in June, we celebrate Pride! But what does Pride mean? And how do you celebrate it? This inspiring celebration of the LGBTQ+ community throughout history and today shows young readers that there are many ways to show your pride and make a difference. Whether you want to be an activist or an athlete, a poet or a politician, a designer or a drag queen, you can show your pride just by being you! --
Subjects: Picture books.; Gay Pride Day; Sexual minorities.; Sexual minorities; LGBTQ+ people.; Sexual minorities.;
Available copies: 14 / Total copies: 15
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Beating bullying at home and in your community / by MacCarald, Clara,1979-author.(CARDINAL)354962;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Bullying in the home and beyond -- Cyberbullying : the bully that never sleeps -- When you are the target -- Challenging the culture of bullying -- Healing the wounds.
Subjects: Bullying; Cyberbullying; Sexual minority youth; Bullying.; Cyberbullying.; LGBTQ+ youth.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Great lives from history: LGBTQ+ / by Rich, Mari,editor.(CARDINAL)669419;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Great Lives from History: LGBTQ+ features 210 biographies covering a curated selection of individuals important to the LGBTQ+ community throughout history, many of whom are not covered in any other Great Lives set. This edition does not seek to be all-encompassing, but rather to cover an array of individuals from ancient times to present, from a variety of countries and cultures around the world. Each essay has been written or revised specifically for this set, including over 40 new entries; biographies represent a cross-section of some of the most influential and recognizable individuals involves in the LGBT+ community, including activists, actors, artists, businesspeople, musicians, scientists, sports figures, writers, and more." --
Subjects: Reference works.; Biographies.; Bisexual people; Gay men; Lesbians; Transsexuals; Bisexual people.; Gay men.; Lesbians.; Transsexual people.; Gay biographies.; Lesbian biographies.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Confronting LGBTQ+ discrimination / by Hurt, Avery Elizabeth,author.(CARDINAL)415814;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Introduction: two steps forward -- Discrimination: the good, the bad, and the illegal -- It's not just them -- Discrimination happens -- Changing your school -- Changing the world -- The future.Despite a sea of change in attitudes in recent years, the LGBTQ+ community still faces much discrimination. This affirming book empowers readers to confront discrimination and offers practical guidance on navigating a sometimes hostile world where not everyone believes that LGBTQ+ people should have the same rights as everyone else. Readers who define as LGBTQ+ will find themselves encouraged, and those who do not will learn how to be supportive allies of their LGBTQ+ friends and classmates, both in and out of school. This resource includes a list of suggested questions for an expert and myths and facts about discrimination.Grades 7-12
Subjects: Young adult literature.; Homophobia; Sexual minorities; Discrimination; Homophobia.; LGBTQ+ people.; Sexual minorities.;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Human rights / by Cooke, Tim,1961-author.(CARDINAL)656376;
"Throughout recorded history there have been reports of individuals or groups of people being treated unequally or unfairly for various reasons like the color of their skin or the people they love. Rights in the ancient world were much different than modern human rights. People were sometimes bought and traded like property. In the medieval world, this changed to where merchants and some women had special rights that common people did not have. Most recently, people in the United States have been fighting for equal rights for African Americans and people in the LGBTQ communities. This book explores human rights today and how human rights have developed over time. Full-color photographs and fact boxes provide additional insight into the subject matter and will spark readers interest in learning more about the fight for equality"--Publisher's website.Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Human rights; Human rights.;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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