“It is essential that all people have the opportunity to see themselves represented with dignity and humanity in the books that we share. This promotes the growth of wellbeing, understanding, and acceptance in our world.”
LITTLE FREE LIBRARY AT HASTINGS HOUSE COOP
HASTINGS ON HUDSON, NEW YORK
“Everyone deserves to see themselves in the books they read and the stories they love.”
MR. PEBBLE’S MEMORIAL LIBRARY
OLD BRIDGE, NEW JERSEY
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Everyone deserves to read about people like them and also people different from them. Reading is one of the best ways to feel seen and learn about other people in a safe, low-stakes way. This is especially true for kids growing up, who will make the future
Reading builds empathy and a sense of the world. We should always be expanding both,
Everyone deserves to see themselves in a story!