“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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Books are a window and a mirror.
I pledge to Read in Color to support the children of color in my community.
I am the granddaughter of 4 immigrants from Greece. I live in a black, brown, white, tan, culturally diverse community. We are of all colors and all backgrounds. Our books should be reflective of who we are!
LEER ES VIVIR
Kids deserve to see themselves in the books that they read!
I’m an elementary school teacher that strides to create my classroom library and mentor texts in color.