Storytime-Palooza! Racial Diversity and Inclusion in Storytime

Anna Haase Krueger, Tamara Lee

Abstract


If librarians truly believe the “Every” in Every Child Ready to Read, then they need to ensure that the materials and programming offered in storytimes are racially diverse, equitable, and inclusive. All children need to see themselves reflected in storytime adventures and see others who are different from them represented with equal importance.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5860/cal.14n3.18

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