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Examines how and why social change occurs and the lasting influence of the LGBT movement on mainstream society.

This book presents a real-world look at how American families are changing and helps teen readers gain an understanding of what it is like to be part of an LGBT family.

"While transgender people have been called many different things by different cultures, they have always existed. This book traces the history of how transgender, third gender, and other varieties of gender-nonconforming individuals have functioned in various societies. It documents how different societies' understanding of sex and gender has changed over time. Readers will explore how different cultures viewed these individuals as well as how their legal rights have evolved (or devolved). They will meet some of the historical figures that paved the way for so many others to live their truth"--Provided by publisher.

"Libby is the oldest child of six, going on seven, in a family that adheres to the 'quiverfull' lifestyle: strict evangelical Christians who believe that they should have as many children as God allows because children are like arrows in the quiver of 'God's righteous warriors.' Meanwhile, her new neighbor, Zo is a gender fluid teen whose feminist, socialist, vegetarian family recently relocated from the city in search of a less stressful life. Zo and her family are as far to the left ideologically as Libby's family is to the right, and yet Libby and Zo, who are the same age, feel a connection that leads them to friendship--a friendship that seems doomed from the start because of their families' differences"--Provided by publisher.

Explores discrimination based on the LGBT community, including what it entails, how it manifested, how widespread it is, the effects on people, and how to address the problem.

Focuses on the status of equal rights for LGBTQ communities in the United States.

A review of school practices and laws that affect LGBT students.

A collection of essays that examine cutting-edge educational programs, practices, policies, and research for lesbian, gay, and transgender youth.

"From the Compton's Cafeteria and Stonewall riots in the 1960s, to the decriminalization of homosexuality, and marriage rights, this thoughtful title examines the continuing fight for LGBTQ human and legal rights. Using fascinating primary and secondary source material, readers will gain insight into this evolving rights movement and be encouraged to think critically about the concepts of rights and freedoms in democratic societies. The effects of harmful stereotypes with respect to sexual orientation and gender identity are also discussed"--Provided by publisher.