Diverse Book List
The Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Equity Committee has created a Diverse Book List, geared toward consistently representing all students in an equitable and inclusive way. The book list is extensive and broken down into curriculum units that are often seen in the Co-op classrooms. From Dinosaurs to Friendship, Outer Space to Families, you are sure to find some excellent ideas for reading aloud with your children.
Calling Dr. Zaza
Calling Dr. Zaza | Ages 2+
Zaza’s animal friends aren’t feeling well today, so she checks their body parts to find out what is wrong.
Healthy Kids
Maya Ajmera, Victoria Dunning, and Cynthia Pon | Ages 2+
Look at what keeps kids healthy all over the world with beautiful photos.
We Move Together
Kelly Fritsch, Anne McGuire | Ages 2+
A joyful exploration of disability community and culture - and all the different ways we move together - told in simple words and fun illustrations.
Bodies are Cool
Tyler Feder | Ages 2+
This energetic read-aloud, with bright friendly scenes to pore over, is an inclusive and joyful body-positivity anthem.
I Love You, Nose! I Love You, Toes!
Linda Davick | Ages 3+
A fun rhyme celebrates body parts on diverse kids. Good read aloud.
All of Me! A Book of Thanks
Molly Bang | Ages 3+
From toes to elbows, colorful collages capture the curiosity and sense of wonder felt by young children as they discover themselves and the world around them.
I Love My Hair!
Natasha Anastasia Tarpley | Ages 3+
Keyana and her mother recount the many ways that her hair is special and beautiful even though it hurts when her mother combs it every night.
Happy in Our Skin
Fran Manushkin | Ages 3+
This celebration of being who you are follows a family around their neighborhood as they talk about the differences and similarities of everyone’s skin.
Hair Love
Matthew A. Cherry | Ages 3+
Zuri and her father work hard to find the perfect hairstyle in order to showcase her kinky, curly hair for a special day.
We All Move
Rebecca Rissman | Ages 3+
Photos show the different ways people of different physical abilities move.
Cool Cuts
Mechal Renee Roe | Ages 3+
Every kid says, “I am born to be awesome” as they display their fresh haircut and style, from cornrows to fresh ‘fros.
Happy Hair
Mechal Renee Roe | Ages 3+
Every kid says, “I am born to be awesome” as they display their fresh haircut and style, from cornrows to fresh ‘fros.