As a parent we play the most critical role in shaping our babies to be caring, understanding, loving & empathetic to all human beings. I believe it is imperative that I introduce my son and daughter to the world outside of his tiny bubble- to different cultures, races, religions, abilities, family structures, financial situations, nationalities, languages & role models.

I wanted to share with you some of the books in our library that feature Black characters & POC. In sharing these titles I hope you find some new favorites to help you continue to diversify your children’s library for all ages.

I have always found that literature provides unique access to these types of characters, stories, & situations & can be a wonderful spring board for conversations that can develop awareness & understanding of others. At the end of the day, if my children can demonstrate empathy & act with love to all humans I will feel most successful as a mother. Here are some of our cherished books that are helping me as a parent in this current reality. If you have others that you love please share in the comments, I would love to know. If you’re looking for diverse books for a specific age comment below, or use my contact page to reach out, I’d be happy to recommend some titles.

• All About Families
• All About Friends
• Luna Loves Library Day
• The Biggest Story
• Amazing Women
• Here and There
• The Extraordinary Life of Rosa Parks
• The Extraordinary Life of Malala Yousafzai
• Babies Come From Airports
• Room on Our Rock
• Can I Join Your Club?
• What a Wonderful Word
• Lenny and Wilbur
• Where’s Lenny?
• My Very First Outdoor Book
• Build Me a Home
• Lift-the-Flap Very First Questions and Answers: Why Should I Brush My Teeth?
• Lift-the-Flap Very First Questions and Answers: What is the Moon?
• My First Spanish Word Book
• Lift-the-Flap Seasons and Weather
• Luna Loves Art
• A Celebration of Sisters
• A Celebration of Brothers
• Grandma’s Favorite
• The Perfect Shelter
• Keeping Us Healthy
• Keeping Things Going
• I Like Animals… What Jobs are There?
• Dr. Maggie’s Grand Tour of the Solar System

If you’re looking for diverse books for a specific age comment below, or use my contact page to reach out, I’d be happy to recommend some titles.