Through gentle rhymes and colorful photographs of adorable children and loving families, Pride Colors celebrates of the deep unconditional love of a parent or caregiver for a young child. The message is simple: Be yourself, love who you choose, you are perfect just as you are, and you will always be loved.
The book ends with an explanation of the meaning behind each color in the Pride flag. You can buy it at your local bookstore, or order it on Indie Bound, Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, or from Orca Books.
Reviews
Starred Review: “A good thing comes in a small, rainbow package… It sends a message of unconditional love to the implied child audience, and it affirms familial and racial diversity… A joyful, affirming, pride-filled read.” -Kirkus, April 2019
Starred Review: “Awash in messages of love and the celebration of individuality, this dual concept book highlights #LGBTQIA+ families in a positive, glittery light. A rare treat for both Pride Day and everyday sharing.” –School Library Journal, Feb. 2019
“Parents will enjoy reading Stevenson’s loving words as much as children will enjoy the uplifting statements, gentle rhythms, and bright photos of children (and a few parents) on the pages. Pride Colors is a delightful addition to the small number of LGBTQ-inclusive board books and to young children’s books celebrating LGBTQ history and Pride…(It would make a great baby shower gift!) —Mombian, Feb. 2019
“Robin Stevenson is well-known for her work in LGBTQ+ literature for children and youth, and Pride Colors, though a brief board book in comparison to her YA novels and nonfiction for teens, is no exception. Told in verse, moving back and forth between nature and human interaction, the beautiful connections between human beings and the natural world is accentuated and celebrated in Pride Colors…Affirming phrases remind adults reading the text (and ensure those listening) that no matter what, they are loved and accepted and are recognized within the open-ended nature of the flag. Along with Richard Van Camp’s Welcome Song for Baby and Sarah Yi-Mei Tsiang’s Toesy Toes Pride Colors is a declaration of human difference and resilience in the face of so much adversity seen around the world today.” –Canadian Materials, Jan. 2019
“Stevenson captures the essence of Pride celebrations in this board book. Vibrant photographs feature diverse families accompanied by affirming statements that reference a full rainbow of colors… Pride is an expansive celebration with room for all who love and cherish others, Stevenson conveys.” —Publishers Weekly, March 2019
Awards
Lambda Literary Award finalist
School Library Journal Best Books of the Year
Kirkus Best Books of the Year
Bank Street College of Education Best Books of the Year