Inclusive Storytime

Explore this website and expand your bookshelf with stories that represent all children.


2024

Why it sparks inspiration

Passionate about building a culturally responsive and inclusive library? You’ll find inspiration for thinking critically about children’s picture books. Follow Inclusive Storytime’s Instagram for weekly book recommendations and find booklists on shop the shelf. The Celebrating Black Canadian History book list highlights stories that are real, truthful, and joyful. Have fun raising readers that raise up others!


“From words of affirmation to conversation starters, every child’s shelf should be filled with windows into new worlds and mirrors of their own experience.”


How it can inspire your practice

  • Educators can find ideas for building culturally responsive and inclusive libraries.
  • Program leaders can curate their bookshelves to spark conversations that create change.

Click here to learn more about Inclusive Storytime.


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