Dec 2021 - The recording of From Diversity to Inclusion: How to Audit Your Collection and Why is now available: https://youtu.be/vzK0dL_QSC0. Slides can be found at: https://bit.ly/DA_12_21.
Kymberlee Powe, Children and YA Consultant for the Connecticut State Library Division of Library Development, dives into the makeup of the publishing industry. You will learn how to identify the difference between a diverse collection and an inclusive one and walk through the logistics of performing a diversity audit of your collection. The examples and resources provided in this session will focus on youth collections; however, the methodology of performing a diversity audit, and the reasons to do so, are universal to all collections. This presentation is brought to you by the Connecticut State Library, in collaboration with the Indiana State Library, the Library of Michigan, and the State Library of Ohio. How to Conduct a Diversity Audit Sept 8, 2020 ALSC Chelsey RoosDiversity Audit - A Practical Guide Don't Shush Me blog by Kelsey Bogan, Library Media SpecialistSee Recommended Book Search, Diversity Statistics Book Search and Recommended Books Tutorial
#disrupt texts20 Picture Books for 2020: Readings to Embrace Race, Provide Solace & Do Good by Autumn Allen, Krista Aronson and the Diverse BookFinder Team, and Megan Dowd Lambert
Young Children - Storytimes - RaceDiversity Talking with Young Children (0-5) about Race May 22, 2018| Early Childhood Programs and Services committee
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Learning for Justice (https://www.learningforjustice.org/) provides free resources to educators—teachers, administrators, counselors and other practitioners—who work with children from kindergarten through high school. Educators use our materials to supplement the curriculum, to inform their practices, and to create civil and inclusive school communities where children are respected, valued and welcome participants.
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Here is a free resource with books in over 500 languages, along with the ability to create your own book in that language.
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Hope in a Box
We equip educators with LGBTQ-inclusive books, curriculum, training, and mentorship. Together, we use literature to cultivate empathy and ensure every LGBTQ student feels safe, welcome, and included at school. |
Inspiring & Important Children’s Books About Disabilities
In a 2019 study, only 3.4 percent of children’s books featured disabled main characters. |
Free modules and resources for evidence-based practices identified by the National Clearinghouse on Autism Evidence & Practice on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Free Timely Toolkits include resources to support autistic individuals, their caregivers and related professionals.
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