“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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It is vitally important to change the narrative around what is important to read. And there are so many wonderful brown and black authors writing today!
I believe reading from different people’s perspectives is something we all have to do.
To support Black Lives Matter and celebrate the human spirit
We humans come in all shades of colors and all different Nationalities and countries! Share the love of others via reading!
Our kids require we lead by example. We need to all become Jedi’s for ( Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) . To do the work we must start the conversation and reading can be that first step. Let us choose who we want to be!
Because, now more than ever, it matters!