“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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Increasing representation of BIPOC increases empathy and compassion. Our world needs that now more than ever.
I am in lockdown with my grandgirl, Lottie, 4. She loves reading
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Representation Matters!
Representation is important and diversity in books is a key component to opening hearts and minds in order to build a healthy community.