Sewing the Rainbow is the powerful story of Gilbert Baker and the creation of the rainbow flag. This book takes readers from Gilbert's childhood in a small town in Kansas where he didn't fit in, to his historic artistic career in San Francisco. Today the flag is everywhere, even in the small town where Gilbert grew up! This book shows that when you see a rainbow flag, you'll know it's okay to be your colorful self. Includes a "Note to Parents and Caregivers" with more about Gilbert and the flag's history.

Included in the Top 10 of ALA's GLBT Round Table 2019 Book List.

 

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published 2018 by American Psychological Association .

Gayle E. Pitman is a professor of psychology and women's studies at Sacramento City College, California. Holly Clifton-Brown has a first class degree in illustration from the University of the West of England. Her distinctive and magical illustrations combine traditional painting with contemporary techniques.