Introducing Rabbit Hole Reads: Preview Our Pride Month Reading Guide for the Whole Family

What Is Rabbit Hole Reads?

Rabbit Hole Reads is a monthly, inclusive reading series from Rabbit Hole Learning, designed to help families, homeschoolers, and educators dig deeper into meaningful themes, one book (or a whole stack) at a time.

Each month, we spotlight a new theme tied to cultural awareness, social justice, or identity (like Pride Month or Disability Awareness Month), and curate age-appropriate book selections for:

• Board Books
• Picture Books
• Middle Grade Books
• Graphic Novels
• Young Adult Books
• Adults

But it’s more than just a booklist.

Every guide includes discussion prompts, hands-on activities, and actionable steps to help readers of all ages not only engage with stories but also connect them to real-life conversations, community, and change.

Whether you’re a lifelong learner or a brand-new reader, Rabbit Hole Reads invites you to follow curiosity, explore big ideas, and grow together through story.

Want a printable version of the booklist? Find one here

Celebrating Pride Month in June

Pride Month is coming up fast, and we’re thrilled to give you a sneak peek of the books we’ll be featuring in our June guide—celebrating LGBTQ+ stories across every age group, from toddlers to adults.

Whether you’re a parent, educator, or book lover, these hand-picked selections will help you build an inclusive bookshelf filled with diverse voices and affirming stories.

Board Books:

• Neither – Airlie Anderson
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  In a land of This and That, a creature called Neither doesn’t fit in. This gentle fable about belonging and inclusion affirms the beauty of being different — whether that’s in terms of gender, identity, or any other label.
• And Tango Makes Three – Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, illustrated by Henry Cole
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  Based on a true story, this sweet and accessible book tells the tale of two male penguins at the Central Park Zoo who raise a chick together. A perfect intro to same-gender families for little ones.
• We Are Little Feminists: Families – Archaa Shrivastav
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  This board book features real-life photos of diverse families, including LGBTQ+ parents, multiracial families, and more. Simple rhyming text affirms love, care, and connection in all forms.
• We Are the Rainbow! The Colors of Pride – Claire Winslow, illustrated by Riley Samels
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  Each color of the Pride flag is paired with a value and a diverse child showing it in action. A vibrant celebration of identity, community, and inclusion.
• The Pronoun Book – Chris Ayala-Kronos
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  With bright photos and simple, affirming text, this board book introduces a variety of pronouns (he, she, they, xe, ze, etc.) and encourages kids to respect and use the pronouns that feel right for each person.

Picture Books

• My Rainbow – Deshanna Neal and Trinity Neal
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  A joyful story co-written by a mother and her transgender daughter about creating a rainbow wig to help express her identity. Celebrates unconditional love and gender expression.
• When Aidan Became a Brother – Kyle Lukoff, illustrated by Kaylani Juanita
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  A trans boy prepares for his new sibling’s arrival, wanting them to feel supported in being whoever they are. Centers transgender identity, family love, and learning from past mistakes.
• Grandad’s Camper – Harry Woodgate
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  A young girl encourages her grieving Grandad to take their camper out again, reigniting joyful memories of adventures with his late partner. Highlights intergenerational queer love and healing.
• From the Stars in the Sky to the Fish in the Sea – Kai Cheng Thom and Kai Yun Ching, illustrated by Wai-Yant Li
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  A lyrical, dreamlike story of a child who is neither boy nor girl, both, and more. Explores identity, self-acceptance, and a parent’s fierce support.
• Red: A Crayon’s Story – Michael Hall
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  A metaphorical tale about a crayon labeled “red” that’s actually blue. Explores themes of mislabeling, identity, and the importance of being seen for who you truly are.

Middle Grades:

• The Best at It by Maulik Pancholy
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  Rahul Kapoor is starting middle school in a small Indiana town, and he’s determined to prove he belongs—by becoming the best at something, anything. As a gay Indian American kid wrestling with anxiety, Rahul’s journey is full of humor, heart, and hard-won growth.
• Ana on the Edge by A.J. Sass
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  Ana-Marie Jin is laser-focused on figure skating success—until a new friend uses he/him pronouns for her without hesitation, and Ana begins to question everything. This thoughtful, nuanced story of gender identity and sports pressure is both affirming and accessible.
• Rainbow Revolutionaries: 50 LGBTQ+ People Who Made History by Sarah Prager
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  From ancient history to modern times, this beautifully illustrated collective biography introduces readers to 50 trailblazing LGBTQ+ individuals from around the globe. Each profile is short and engaging, making it easy to explore alone or with a group.

Graphic Novels (10+)

• The Deep & Dark Blue by Niki Smith
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  When twins Grayce and Hawke flee a violent political coup, they go into hiding in a magical order made up of women. But while Hawke wants to return to reclaim their family’s honor, Grayce realizes she wants to stay—because for the first time, she can live as her true self.
• The Real Riley Mayes by Rachel Elliott
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  Riley is a funny, slightly awkward fifth grader who just wants to draw comics, hang out with her best friend, and figure out why she’s so interested in the cool girl at school. In a small town where being different isn’t always accepted, Riley is learning what it means to be herself.
• Nonfiction Pick: History Comics: The Stonewall Riots by Archie Bongiovanni & A. Andrews
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  Told through an engaging comic format, this history of the 1969 Stonewall Riots explains how LGBTQ+ people—especially trans women of color—resisted police harassment and launched a civil rights movement.

YA Books (13+)

• Kings of B’more by R. Eric Thomas
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  Harrison and Linus are Black queer teens who decide to have one perfect, epic day together before one of them moves away. Inspired by Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, this joyful celebration of friendship, identity, and growing up balances humor with heart.
• The Lesbiana’s Guide to Catholic School by Sonora Reyes
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  Yamilet Flores is trying to survive her Catholic high school by keeping her sexuality a secret. When she meets Bo, an openly queer classmate, Yamilet is faced with the decision to keep hiding or take a leap toward being her authentic self.
• Nonfiction: Queer Power!: Icons, Activists & Game Changers from Across the Rainbow by Dom&Ink
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  This vibrant, illustrated guide introduces LGBTQ+ icons past and present (from Marsha P. Johnson to Lil Nas X) while explaining concepts like pronouns, pride flags, and the spectrum of queer identity.

Adults:

• The House of Impossible Beauties by Joseph Cassara
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  Inspired by real figures from the 1980s New York drag and ballroom scene, this novel follows a chosen queer family of Black and Latinx trans and gay youth navigating love, survival, and self-expression during the AIDS crisis.
• Under the Udala Trees by Chinelo Okparanta
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  Set against the backdrop of the Nigerian civil war, this powerful debut novel follows Ijeoma, a young Igbo girl coming to terms with her sexuality and forbidden love amid a deeply homophobic society.
• Nonfiction: We Are Everywhere by Matthew Riemer and Leighton Brown
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  A visually rich, accessible history of queer liberation told through archival photographs and powerful storytelling. From early activism to the modern Pride movement, this book centers trans and BIPOC voices often left out of mainstream narratives.

Why Start Early? Get Your Books Now!

Many of these titles are popular and can be hard to find as Pride Month approaches. By gathering your books ahead of time, you’ll be ready to fully immerse yourself, your family, or your classroom as soon as June arrives.

We can’t wait to share the full guide with you! It will complete with engaging activities, thoughtful discussion prompts, and real-world actionable steps for every age.

Celebrate Pride through stories that unite us all.

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What books are on your Pride Month reading list this year? Tell us in the comments!