This simple, stunningly shared story about an umbrella with room to shelter all provides a beautiful conversation starter for important topics including inclusion, diversity and tolerance. Whatever your shape, size, colour, family makeup, likes or dislikes, in classic Todd Parr style we are reminded that it’s perfectly okay to be uniquely you!

This ode to self-esteem encourages kids to appreciate everything about themselves–inside and out “I love my eyes, I love my nose, I love the way my curly hair grows!” A celebration of individuality and joyous self-esteem in bouncy, rhythmic prose and lively colour. I Love Me by Sally Morgan and Ambelin Kwaymullina

Froggy Green by Anna WalkerĪ fabulous first book for talking about differences with toddlers and preschoolers, Froggy Green was on high rotation with both of my children when they were small.Ī gentle, joyful introduction to equality to share with your youngest book lovers. If you are unfamiliar with a particular title, or would like more information, each book listed includes links to an Amazon or Book Depository page (these are affiliate links) where you can find further information and age recommendations.

I think this might just be one of my all-time favourite booklists in our Best Books for Kids collection!ĥ0 Picture Books About Diversity & Accepting Difference It includes books about accepting differences in gender, race, religion, language, appearance and abilities. It includes picture books that are suited to reading with toddlers right through to older elementary/primary (and dare say, even middle school) students. This collection of picture books about diversity is about recognising what makes you special, celebrating being who you are, and celebrating the uniqueness of all those around you – family, friends, and those in the wider community. Teaching children to recognise and celebrate diversity and accept differences is essential to healthy development – it not only helps children be more accepting of others, but to also accept themselves and their own strengths and weaknesses.

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