“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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Because reading about the experiences of others brings us all closer as a human family.
I became an English teacher to create equitable classrooms for all students, providing books by diverse authors to enable students to see mirrors of their own lives & windows into the lives of others in their reading. I hope my Little Free Library continues this sharing in my neighborhood.
I work in a School Age Child Care program with children of all races and identities and I have seen first hand what a difference it can make in a child’s life to see themselves in books.
All voices should be honored as we share the love of reading! May we continue to read in color and foster understanding and celebrate one another!
We take this pledge because it is important that all voices are heard in all communities.
Our area is very homogeneous. There are very few BIPOC living in our area. I want kids to be exposed to other races and customs. I want them to be able to develop relationships and friendships outside their comfort zone.