Families who loved Finding a Way Home: Mildred and Richard Loving and the Fight for Marriage Equality by Larry Dane Brimner often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when their child begins asking difficult questions about why certain people are treated differently or how laws can be both unfair and changeable. It is an essential resource for families wanting to discuss the history of civil rights through the lens of a real, loving family rather than just abstract dates and names. The book chronicles Mildred and Richard Loving's journey from their 1958 arrest for interracial marriage to their 1967 Supreme Court victory. It focuses on themes of justice, perseverance, and the quiet bravery required to stand up for one's rights. Written for children aged 10 to 14, it utilizes primary sources and archival photographs to provide a grounded, realistic look at how personal love can drive national progress.
