LGBTQ Families: The Ultimate Teen Guide (It Happened to Me)
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| Rating | : | 4.83 (515 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0810885360 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 208 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-08-04 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Other chapters investigate same-sex marriage, other issues (e.g., rights of sperm donors), LGBTQ rights around the world, bullying, how LGBTQ individuals are portrayed in the media, LGBTQ celebrations, and the ongoing debate between the LGBTQ community and various religious, political, and business groups. From Booklist Whether through interviews or brief biographies, the comprehensive It Happened to Me series ties each topic directly to teens. Each title comprises a good blend of opinion and current research, making the series an excellent resource for both individual and curricular research. Grades 7-12. The author is careful, however, not to de
Through interviews and thorough research, the author gives you C. Hansen Through interviews and thorough research, the author gives you a clear and honest view of the challenges and rewards of living with one or two LGBTQ parents. Every family type is celebrated and explored in this easy-to-read guide for teens.
She is the author of Swede Dreams (2007) and Getting Ready to Drive (2011). Eva Apelqvist is a freelance writer and translator, who has written for children’s magazines such as Highlights for Children, High Five, Spider Magazine, Ladybug, and more.
In the past few years, several states across the nation have passed Freedom to Marry bills for same-sex couples. Unfortunately, young adults in LGBTQ families encounter many challenges, from derision by their peers to the embarrassment of being perceived as different.LGBTQ Families: The Ultimate Teen Guide focuses on the difficulties young people face as members of households in which one or more members are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender/transsexual, or queer/questioning. Topics discussed include politics, religion, media, and bullying.Aimed at young adults with LGBTQ parents, teens who identify as LGBTQ, those who support LGBTQs, and anyone wanting to educate themselves on the topic, this book will broaden understanding and enable teens and their peers to embrace the diversity of the modern family.. According to the recent United States Census, there are 650,000 same-sex couple households in the U.S., and an estimated one-quarter of those households are raising children. This book offers encouragement, insights, and resources to help them cope with and embrace the uniqueness of their family life. But even with the rise in recognition of LGBTQ families, ac