“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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This is important! It should be integrated into all learning.
We want the books in our Little Free Library to reflect the amazing diversity of our community.
I am taking the pledge to Read In Color because diversity makes a difference.
The more we know about the lived experiences of others, the better we understand each other and can work toward building a more equitable and inclusive society.
I rarely saw myself in media growing up. I know that representation matters. I want to help others find themselves in books.