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Title details for When You Look Out the Window by Gayle E. Pitman - Available

When You Look Out the Window

How Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin Built a Community

by Gayle E. Pitman
Christopher Lyles
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When You Look Out the Window tells the story of Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin, one of San Francisco's most well-known and politically active lesbian couples.
Describing the view from Phyllis and Del's window, this book shows how one couple's activism transformed their community — and had ripple effects throughout the world. This is a unique way to introduce children to untold stories in history while also being a clever tribute to two notable women.
Includes a Reading Guide that provides helpful historical context, and a Note to Parents, Caregivers, and Educators about the importance of teaching LGBTQ history and culture to children.
From the Reading Guide:

Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin were one of San Francisco's most well-known and politically active lesbian couples. They met in 1950, and moved in together on February 14, 1953 (Valentine's Day!). The house they shared for 53 years—and where Phyllis still lives today—located at the top of Castro Street, has a big picture window that overlooks the entire city. Each of the landmarks described in the story is part of the view from their house. Phyllis and Del left their mark on each of these sites, and they are described below.

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  • Release date

    November 13, 2023

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    • Kindle Book

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      • ISBN: 9781433843105
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  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Publisher's Weekly

      June 5, 2017
      In a book that’s less biography than portrait of change, Pitman (This Day in June) imagines LGBTQ activists Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin looking out their window at the city of San Francisco. Readers won’t learn much about the couple from the primary narrative, which contrasts the past (“So many women who didn’t have rights”) and present (“We see open doors. We see women who can do anything”) while highlighting local landmarks and buildings. In patchwork collages, Lyles (Lucy and Lila) conjures a bustling, inclusive city. Extensive information about Lyon and Martin’s activism, marriage equality, and San Francisco itself (contained in a readers’ guide) offers a useful overview of LGBTQ history and women’s rights. Ages 4–8.

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  • Kindle Book
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Languages

  • English

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