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Lesléa Newman

Lesléa Newman is the author of more than 50 books, including Heather Has Two Mommies, the first children's book to portray lesbian families in a positive way. She has received many literary awards and is currently the Poet Laureate of Northampton, Massachusetts. She lives in Holyoke, Massachusetts.
The Boy Who Cried Fabulous
Donovan's Big Day
Daddy, Papa, and Me
Mommy, Mama, and Me

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The Boy Who Cried Fabulous
Donovan's Big Day
Daddy, Papa, and Me
Mommy, Mama, and Me

Books for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month this February, we are highlighting essential fiction and nonfiction for students, teachers, and parents to share and discuss this month and beyond. Join Penguin Random House Education in celebrating the contributions of Black authors and illustrators by exploring the titles here: BLACK HISTORY – ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TITLES Explore these

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