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FAMILIES ARE DIVERSE.
CHILDREN‘S BOOKS AREN‘T.
Children's books still normalize being white, male, neurotypical, and part of a nuclear family.
Each year the Cooperative Children's Book Center analyzes books for children and teens. As recently as 2023, they reported:
An analysis of 6,000 books published from 1900 to 2000, demonstrated that male characters dominated -- even when those characters were non-human. (McCabe et al)
Books Can Be...
Mirrors
where children feel seen and reflected in the characters, feelings, or experiences shown throughout the story,
Windows
AND
Why Mirrors And Windows Matter
What Makes A Good
Mirror & Window Book?
Where To Find Some Good Mirror & Window Books
Reach Out and Read is 501(c)3 nonprofit that gives young children a foundation for success by incorporating books into pediatric care and encouraging families to read aloud together.
Alex Chu , Regional Executive Director
89 South Street, Suite 201
Boston, MA 02111
Phone: 617.455.0600
EIN is 04-3481253
Quick Links:
RORNE FY23 Annual Report
FQHC Recruitment Project
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