Before Stonewall.

Excellent historical analysis of the lives of gay and lesbian people. Useful for clients and counselors.

McGraw-Hill Films, (1974). What about McBride? McGraw-Hill.

In this 10-minute film, two high school boys discuss a classmate, McBride, who is suspected of being homosexual. One wants to include him in an outing and the other does not. Discussion airs many issues revolving around acceptance of homosexuals. For secondary grades.

Playing with Time, Inc./WGBH Boston with Taylor Productions, Inc. (1988). DeGrassi Junior High: He ain't heavy. PWT Productions.

Fourteen-year-old boy discovers his admired older brother is gay. He has to face his own homophobia, as well as that of classmates and family. Also, a brief but powerful portrayal of a classroom lesson on AIDS. Available on video from popular PBS series. For junior high grades. (Discussion guides: DeGrassi Guide, Box 2222-TV, South Easton, MA 02375.)

Playing with Time, Inc./WGBH Boston, with Taylor Productions, Inc. (1987). DeGrassi Junior High: Rumor has it. PWT Productions.

Thirteen-year-old-Caitlin struggles with her own lesbian fantasies, while rumors swirl about an admired teacher. Beautifully illustrates the viciousness of rumors and homophobia in junior high. Ambiguous ending underlines the irrelevance of sexual orientation to being a good teacher. Available on video from popular PBS series. For junior high grades. (Discussion guide: DeGrassi Guide, Box 2222-TV, South Easton, MA 02375.)

Silent Pioneers.

The lives of older gays and lesbians. Very sensitively done.

Snyder, A., & Pelletier, L. (1981). The truth about Alex. New American Library.

Brad befriends a high school football teammate, Alex. When Alex tells Brad that he is gay, it does not affect their friendship. But when rumors begin, Brad needs to choose between his friend and losing a West Point appointment or giving in to pressure. For secondary grades.

Explores gay and lesbian parenting of children from a previous marriage, adopted, and as a foster child. Well done--interviews the parents and the children.

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