Living as LGBTQ+
From the Set Living in America
America's relationship with the LGBTQ+ community throughout history has been complicated, showing great love and great hate to people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and more. This nonfiction social studies title for young adults examines discrimination and homophobia in the United States, the impact of the Women's Rights Movement on the lesbian community, equality laws and same-sex marriage bans, key events such as the Stonewall Riots and the AIDS crisis, and the parades, flags, and other symbols of Pride. Includes sidebars, a glossary, a timeline, and profiles of author James Baldwin and U.S. lawmaker Zooey Zephyr.
Interest Level | Grade 5 - Grade 8 |
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Reading Level | Grade 6 |
Dewey Number | 306.7 |
Lexile | 1010L |
ATOS Reading Level | 6.9 |
Guided Reading Level | W |
Language | English |
Publisher | Creative Education |
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Format | Reinforced book |
ISBN | 9781640269095 |
Copyright | 2025 |
Number of Pages | 48 |
Dimensions | 8.75 x 8.75 |
Graphics | Full-color photographs |
SLJ Review of Living in America
Gr 6–10—This series serves as an excellent introduction to key issues in current American discourse. Each book offers both a historical and modern perspective, highlighting the complexity of the topics. A Nation Divided starts by exploring the founders’ opinions on political parties and traces how those views, along with the parties themselves, have evolved. It also emphasizes the roles of race and economic equality in shaping today’s political landscape. Voting Rights covers the long struggle for suffrage, particularly across racial and gender lines, and explains the current state of voting. The Immigrant Experience examines the evolution of U.S. immigration laws. Throughout the series, the books strip away the hyperbole and present well-researched facts. They feature sidebars that dive into historical events, political figures, and misinformation, providing additional context. Each book concludes with biographies of key figures, a timeline, a glossary, a bibliography, recommended websites, and an index. VERDICT Highly recommended.
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