![]() ![]() It is one of many books about diversity and inclusion that is also appropriate for babies. It depicts babies and children from all around the world, and shows the many things that they all have in common. “Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes” is a lovely book for babies. This book discusses the challenges children may face as they grow up, and gives them ideas for addressing situations when people judge them based on their race or sex. Grace wants to be Peter Pan in a school play, but a little boy says she can’t be Peter Pan because she is black and a girl. “Amazing Grace” is a classic storybook which explores racism and sexism on a child’s level. She encounters different animals on her walk to her friend’s village… This book also has excellent opportunities for counting (and counting backwards too). “Handa’s Surprise” is a wonderfully fun book about a little girl bringing 7 delicious fruits as presents to one of her friends. This book highlights the importance of appreciating how our differences make us special. One day Zuri wants a special hairstyle, so her father tries valiantly and desperately until he can get it just right. “Hair Love” is a lovely story about the loving relationship between a father and his daughter. It has a positive message for young children, who see that children (who look very different) are to be welcomed in school. ![]() “All are Welcome” is a simple, beautiful story for young children to let them know that they, and everyone else are welcome. It helps show children to be proud of themselves and to be kind to all. This book is about family, school, bullying and life. “The Proudest Blue” is a story about a young girl who watches her sister wear a hijab to school. I remember enjoying this book when I was a child, and I have, enjoyed sharing it with my students and children even more. It is a simple story of a boy enjoying a day outside exploring after the city is covered in snow. It was one of the first books in America that was multi-cultural and portrayed a realistic urban setting. “The Snowy Day” is a classic and award-winning book that was ground-breaking when it was published in 1962. There are so many things to love about this book! It addresses issues of class and inequality while also providing positive messages for children. It is about a boy and his grandmother on a bus trip to a soup kitchen, encountering many different and interesting people on their way. “Last Stop on Market Street” is a multi-award winning book that has beautiful pictures and a marvelous story. Other books in this series include Sofia Valdez, Future Prez and Rosie Revere, Engineer. It’s a great way to encourage girls to be interested in STEM subjects. This book is an excellent opportunity to start discussions about scientists, gender roles, girls in science, or forming questions and hypothesis. “Ada Twist, Scientist” is the perfect book for any budding scientist! Ada is a second-grader who loves to question, discover and experiment (but who causes some chaos and havoc in the process). This book is recommended for children in preschool – grade 2. Strictly speaking, it isn’t a story about diversity, but it can be helpful for children to think of ways to be kind to everyone. It provides examples of how to be kind to others, such as helping, giving and paying attention. ![]() It is written from the perspective of a child wondering how to be kind to her friend who is having a bad day. “Be Kind” is a lovely, gentle book about how to be kind to friends and others around us. “This delightful story of a mixed-race family reconciling their very different cultures is a wonderful celebration of diverse cultures.” It is a wonderful way for children to see how we can come together and share and appreciate our differences. Each grandfather plays a different musical instrument in two different types of bands. The main character, Ashton has grandfathers from two different cultures. This book is lovely for children who have parents from different cultures. It is recommended for preschool – grade 2, but it’s a book that our whole family enjoys reading. This book is one of my children’s favourite books and is also a firm favourite at school. It challenges gender stereotypes without being preachy. “Julian is a Mermaid” is a beautiful and simple story about love and acceptance. This book is recommended for children aged Kindergarten – grade 2. The little girl, Rocket, is an admirer of Mae Jeminson (astronaut) and spends much of her time telling others to “look up!’ There is some lovely information about astronomy for young children. “Look up!” is a fun book about a young girl’s excitement and passion for astronomy and stargazing. Books about Diversity & Inclusion Look up ![]()
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