Auntie Uncle: Drag Queen Hero

When the young narrator’s drag queen Auntie Lotta/Uncle Leo saves a dog during the Pride Parade the community wishes to award them for their heroism. But, Auntie Uncle must make a decision which persona—Leo the accountant or Lotta the drag queen—will accept the award. This timely story, with its vibrant illustrations, deals with topics of acceptance, gender diversity, inclusion, bravery, and the courage to stay true to one’s self for a K-4 audience. Suitable as a read-aloud to encourage discussion of the themes and to prompt oral, written, or artistic responses.