As June rolls in with its vibrant colors and celebrations, parents and educators often ask: How do we talk to children about Pride Month? The answer lies not in big speeches, but in everyday conversations, inclusive stories, and small, meaningful moments. Teaching diversity and inclusion to kids is not just about awareness—it’s about shaping the next generation to be kinder, more empathetic, and accepting of all people, regardless of who they love or how they identify.
Whether you're a parent, teacher, or caregiver, this guide will help you understand how to teach kids about Pride in an age-appropriate way—with books, crafts, classroom activities, and compassionate dialogue.
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Children begin forming ideas about the world and their place in it from a very early age. They notice differences in people, ask honest questions, and absorb messages from everything around them—television, books, family dynamics, and classroom conversations.
Teaching children about Pride Month isn’t about going into complex adult topics; it’s about laying a foundation of love, respect, and empathy. Just like we teach them not to take someone’s toy or how to share their snacks, we can also teach them that love can look different, families come in many forms, and everyone deserves to be celebrated.
Imagine a child seeing a classmate teased for having two dads. A child who has been taught about inclusion is more likely to stand up, be kind, and create a safer space for that peer. This is the heart of raising inclusive kids.
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At this age, kids are learning the basic values of fairness, kindness, and love. They’re also naturally curious. You can start by introducing diverse family structures in daily conversations.
Example:
“Some families have a mom and a dad, some have two moms or two dads, and some have just one parent. All families are made of love.”
Books to explore:
Heather Has Two Mommies by Lesléa Newman introduces the concept of same-gender parents in a sweet, simple story.
Pride crafts for kids:
Make a rainbow handprint flag with finger paints. Each color can represent something—like red for love, blue for kindness, and green for nature.
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Kids between six and nine begin to recognize social rules and group dynamics. This is the perfect age to start talking more intentionally about inclusion and identity.
Common question:
“Why do people wave rainbow flags?”
Response:
“The rainbow flag is a symbol that says everyone deserves to be proud of who they are and to be treated with kindness. It celebrates different identities just like we celebrate different cultures or festivals.”
Explaining the Pride flag to children:
Talk about how each color has meaning—red for life, orange for healing, yellow for sunlight, green for nature, blue for harmony, and purple for spirit.
Book suggestion:
Julian Is a Mermaid by Jessica Love tells a touching story of identity, imagination, and acceptance.
Inclusive classroom activity:
Let children draw their family and write what makes their family special. Use this as a launching point to show that every family is unique and valuable.
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Pre-teens are ready to engage in more complex discussions. This is a key stage to introduce the idea of allyship—supporting others even if you’re not exactly like them.
Classroom idea:
Ask students to write a short paragraph: “What does it mean to be an ally?” Discuss how allies help others feel safe and included.
Book suggestion:
Pride: The Story of Harvey Milk and the Rainbow Flag by Rob Sanders gives historical context in an accessible format.
Activity:
Have students create an "Ally Pledge" and decorate it. Example: “I will treat everyone with respect. I will stand up for others. I will celebrate what makes us unique.”
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Children are bound to ask questions that catch us off guard. The key is to answer them simply and honestly, in age-appropriate ways.
Example:
Your child asks, “Why does my friend have two moms?”
Answer:
“Because families come in all kinds. What’s important is that the people in them love and care for each other.”
Normalize LGBTQ+ topics the way you would any other social conversation. It doesn’t need to be a ‘one big talk’—it’s about building a culture of openness over time.
The Pride flag is a powerful symbol, and explaining it can be both fun and meaningful.
Tip:
Use a printed or homemade rainbow flag and go through each color’s meaning together. Older children might also enjoy learning how the flag has evolved to include black and brown stripes for marginalized communities and trans pride colors—blue, pink, and white.
Activity:
Invite kids to design their own pride-inspired flag with colors and meanings they choose.
Classroom and home activities can make Pride Month more than just a passing mention.
Read-aloud session:
Pick one LGBTQ-friendly book each week and follow it with a circle-time discussion: What did you like? What made you think?
Poster project:
Have students work on an “All Are Welcome Here” banner.
Biography corner:
Each student picks an LGBTQ+ figure or ally to research and present—like Harvey Milk or Marsha P. Johnson.
Pride Crafts for Kids
Art helps kids process emotions and ideas with joy and creativity.
Craft idea 1:
Paper rainbow chain – each link can have a word like “Love,” “Respect,” “Pride,” “Family,” etc.
Craft idea 2:
Pride poetry – children can write short, colorful poems starting with “I am proud because…”
Craft idea 3:
Create a “Pride Tree” where each leaf is a child’s drawing of what makes them unique.
Pride Month is a great entry point, but inclusion is a year-round mindset. Continue reading LGBTQ books for kids, fostering inclusive classroom activities, and celebrating diversity in your daily life.
Year-round tip:
Celebrate diverse families not just on traditional days like Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, but also through your school’s annual events and art walls.
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The LaLiT has also been a vocal ally in LGBTQ+ advocacy through community-building events, pride-themed celebrations, and partnerships with queer organizations. Their properties are safe, welcoming spaces where diversity is celebrated every day.
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