“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 representation matters. Everyone should see themselves in the books we read and share.
If anything is important, it’s you – as you are.
Reading diverse books opens the doorway to new perspectives, fosters greater empathy, and celebrates/normalizes differences. It’s also so powerful when a young person sees themselves represented in a character or story.