Diverse Children's Literature Matters

for all children, not just some of them!

middle grade books

Books with diverse characters serve multiple purposes in children’s hands. For Black, Hispanic, Asian, and Native students, who are often stereotyped or overlooked in popular culture, it’s personally validating and academically engaging to see themselves and their life experiences reflected on the pages. School librarians call these books “mirrors.” It’s equally important for white children that these books serve as “windows” into the experiences of children of color.


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