“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 so important and a great way to spread the word.
I’m an elementary school librarian and we’ve been supporting diverse and inclusive literature these last few years more than ever.
I am taking the pledge to support Black, Hispanic, and Asian kids who are missing the opportunity to read stories about themselves. Not to mention, kids who are struggling with their sexuality!
Both literacy and representation are necessary to better under the world and those around us. It’s equally important for people of diverse populations to see themselves represented in literature so they know they have a place at the table.
I am part of a very diverse family and I teach in a Title 1 school. I see every day how much they need books about kids who look like them and are going through some of the same things they are.