“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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Color of skin makes no difference. Learning and what your mind holds is more important.
Everyone has a story to tell. We need opportunities to find and read all of the stories by all of the people of the world.
Because diversity is a strength and every kid deserves to feel seen when they read a book.
We started the @littlefreediverselibraryRVA project in June of 2020 to help spread diverse books to the LFL boxes in the Richmond, VA area. We have since built our own neighborhood library and pledge to keep it stocked with diverse books!
I live in a very diverse area and want to support and celebrate that diversity in my community.
As a retired teacher of 42 years, I believe that everyone should have the opportunity to see themselves in quality literature and be able to hold those books in their hands.
Sharing stories of our difference is a way of showing how we are all alike. When we understand others we can come together with unity, justice and equality for all people.