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Invisibility: Who’s missing from the classroom library?

  • Katherine SchlatterKatherine Schlatter
    • Early Learners , Culturally Responsive Classroom , School Belonging
  • March 18, 2024
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Recognizing invisibility is just as important as spotting stereotypes in children’s books. Here’s how to take a lens to what, or who is not represented in you classroom library.

#OwnVoicesAnti-Bias Educationbook diversity auditchildren’s literature diversityclassroom libraryclassroom library tipsculturally responsive teachingdiverse authorsdiverse booksequity in educationInclusive Educationmulticultural booksrepresentation in literaturestudent voice

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