We're sharing children's books with characters of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds, abilities and gender identities to give all kids the opportunity to build greater connections with a multifaceted set of literary characters.
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Wonder
Grades 3-7
Kelly R.:
A beautiful book with important lessons for kids (and adults). R.J. Palacio tells a story of the challenges faced by a regular 10-year-old boy with an extraordinary appearance as he enters the 5th grade for his first year in a traditional school. It is a powerful tool to support teaching our kids empathy, acceptance, and to look beyond outward appearances, and I especially love that it's told from the perspective of a variety of different characters.
Primary photo: Suad Kamardeen on Unsplash
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