Children's reading lists

7 books for toddlers with diverse characters

It's never too early to talk about race, and reading books with a diverse cast of characters portrayed in positive and non-stereotypical ways can help toddlers and infants to normalise and celebrate difference. For little ones who can express themselves verbally, books are a great way to explore and discuss diversity together.

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Ladybird books with diverse characters
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