Reviewed by Emma Ball, edited by Zapoura Newton-Calvert
Review Source: Reading Is Resistance
Book Author: Emily Neilson
The sidewalk outside is filled with people waiting for the parade to start. Everyone is wearing whatever makes them feel most like themselves.
The Rainbow Parade by Emily Neilson, a representation of the author’s own experiences going to gay pride parades with her parents as a child, shows the inclusiveness and love that is present at gay pride parades. Continue reading on Reading is Resistance.
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The Rainbow Parade by Emily Neilson
Published by Penguin on May 31, 2022
Genres: LGBTQ
Pages: 32
Reading Level: Early Childhood, Grade K
ISBN: 9780593326589
Review Source: Reading Is Resistance
Publisher's Synopsis: A sweet and celebratory story of a family's first time at Pride.
One day in June, Mommy, Mama, and Emily take the train into the city to watch the Rainbow Parade. The three of them love how all the people in the street are so loud, proud, and colorful, but when Mama suggests they join the parade, Emily feels nervous. Standing on the sidewalk is one thing, but walking in the parade? Surely that takes something special.
This joyful and affirming picture book about a family's first Pride parade, reminds all readers that sometimes pride takes practice and there's no "one way" to be a part of the LGBTQ+ community.
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