“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 important for all children to “see” themselves in the books that they read. This is why books about boys and girls of all races and religions, who have all different kinds of families, are highlighted at this Little Free Library.
Little children need to see themselves in books they read so that they can know that the world sees them and respects them. I live in a diverse neighborhood and want all the kids to enjoy the books in my Little Free Library.
It’s important not just for everyone to see themselves in stories but to see and learn about those who don’t look like them.
The Black Lives Matter movement has awoken us from complacency. The reality is that there is structural bias in our society at every level and in every institution. This is a small step in righting this injustice. I hope the next generation will be raised in a truly equitable world.
I have been an early childhood educator for years and now I’m a mom to my own little one. I know the importance of having a diverse collection of books and I’m determined to give that to my son, to take with him through life.
“I am taking the Read in Color pledge in honor of our mysterious Cherokee grandmother Irene Genevieve who taught me to love reading daily”-jurie
Vista Ridge UMC is a diverse church and we support diversity within our community. We want this diversity reflected in our Little Free Library.
As a former teacher, providing literature that reflected diversity was and is very important to me. I have done my best to continue to keep my library stocked with books that offer others a chance to see a colorful world reflected. Proud to be associated with this initiative! Thank you!