Debut author Joanna McClintick and Pura Belpré Award-winning author-illustrator Juana Medina create a new classic that pays homage to the beauty of families of all compositions – and of all-inclusive love. Reflecting on the day, the siblings agree that the best thing about Pride is getting to be yourself. As one family packs snacks and makes signs, an older sibling shares the importance of the parade with the newest member of the family. Joanna McClintick is a debut childrens book author and a licensed social worker at the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Community Center in Manhattan. On the night before Pride, families everywhere are preparing to partake. With bright, buoyant illustrations and lyrical, age-appropriate rhyme modeled on “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” it tackles difficult content such as the Stonewall Riots and the AIDS marches. This joyful picture-book homage to a day of community and inclusion – and to the joys of anticipation – is also a comprehensive history. Pride’s a day that means “Together, we are strong!” The 32-page book, illustrated by Juana Medina, tells the story of a queer family going to a pride march. 'Twas the Night Before Pride By Joanna McClintick Illustrated by Juana MedinaĪ glittering celebration of queer families puts Pride gently in perspective – honouring those in the LBGTQ+ community who fought against injustice and inequality. J oanna McClintick ’07, a queer mom of a 3-year-old son and a licensed clinical social worker at the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center in Manhattan, has authored ’Twas the Night Before Pride, a children’s book (ages 4 to 8).
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