Best Books For Toddlers That Show Diversity
These Are the Best Books For Toddlers That Celebrate Diversity
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Reading to your toddler is a time-honored tradition for many families. When you're picking books for them to read, you want them to enjoy the story and hopefully learn something along the way. We found stories with a diverse cast of characters that teach children that different is beautiful. Not everyone looks the same or does everything in the same way, and we think that should be celebrated! If you're looking to teach your children about the importance of living in a diverse, inclusive world, try reading one of these adorable books.
My Family, Your Family
All families are made up of different people. My Family, Your Family ($6) is an adorable story about a little girl recognizing the beauty of diversity.
Be Who You Are
Todd Parr's Be Who You Are ($15) is an adorable story that celebrates the beauty of being you, whoever that may be!
We're Different, We're the Same
Sesame Street is universally beloved by children and parents alike. Those adorable puppets are the perfect characters to teach children that we can have the same values even though we don't all look alike in We're Different, We're the Same ($5).
All Kinds of Families
All Kinds of Families ($17) is a rhyming book, so you know your kids will love it. It teaches them that families grow in different ways and that every single one is beautiful.
One Word From Sophia
Between a strong vocabulary, a lesson in debate, and a diverse cast of characters, One Word From Sophia ($9) will make you want to read to your children every night.
Ada Twist, Scientist
As a celebration of women in STEM, Ada Twist, Scientist ($13) is a must read for every child.
It's a Small World
Based on the iconic Disneyland ride, It's a Small World ($11) has the lyrics to the adorable song about how the world is all connected and we're all the same in the end.
Same, Same but Different
Same, Same but Different ($14) is the story of two pen pals from opposite sides of the world. Through their letters, they learn that their lives aren't so dissimilar after all.
Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes
Seriously, is there anything cuter than a tiny baby? Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes ($27) shows just how adorable babies of all backgrounds and ethnicities can be.
