Sylvia and Marsha start a revolution! : the story of the trans women of color who made LGBTQ+ history / Joy Michael Ellison and Teshika Silver ; illustrated by Teshika Silver.
"First published by the author as a Kickstarter edition in 2019"--Title page verso. Includes activities and glossary. Some simplifications and creative choices made to adapt this story for a juvenile audience.
Summary:
""Someday girls like us will be able to wear whatever we want. People will call us by the names we choose. They'll respect that we are women. The cops will leave us alone and no one will go hungry." Sylvia and Marsha are closer than sisters. They are kind and brave and not afraid to speak their truth, even when it makes other people angry. This illustrated book introduces children to the story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the two transgender women of colour who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots and dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality. It introduces children to issues surrounding gender identity and diversity, accompanied by a reading guide and teaching materials to further the conversation"-- provided by publisher.
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