“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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We want to be about of the change! And it’s important to remind little readers in our neighborhood they can dream and experience the world the see and read in books.
It is important to teach diversity to our children from a young age and provide them with a view of the world as it truly is.
Reading is super important for all ages and I’m excited to engage in this challenge with my daughters.
There is someone in my neighborhood who leaves Spanish children’s books in our library. They shouldn’t be the only ones adding diversity to the library. There is a need for more representation for these kiddos.
I’m taking the Read in Color pledge because children deserve to see their culture, traditions, family life emulated on the beautiful pages of books!
To share stories of BIPOC people and affirming LGBTQ+ stories with our community.