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A5: Children need to see themselves reflected in lit to believe they are valuable members of our community who are seen and heard. They also need to understand the journey of others by reading about others. Understanding builds empathy and conversation. #NJLibChat

[Dr. Кrista Welz @kristawelz]

Q5: Reflect on this statement:
"If children never see themselves reflected in literature, they receive the message that they are
not important to society." #NJLibChat

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A4: Front Desk by Kelly Yang and Solo by Kwame Alexander #NJLibChat

[Dr. Кrista Welz @kristawelz]

Q4: Name a few books that you have read that deal with diversity. Diversity can include stories that focus on different countries, race, religion, LGBTQ, etc. #NJLibChat

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A3: When choosing culturally diverse children’s books, pay attention to the language and cultural depictions in the book. Be sure the book does not rely on stereotypes and check reviews from other educators and librarians #NJLibChat

[Dr. Кrista Welz @kristawelz]

Q3: When choosing a culturally diverse children's book to read to your students, how do you assess it for authenticity and accuracy? #NJLibChat

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A2: Diverse children’s literature ensures that students from all backgrounds see themselves represented in the stories they read. It builds empathy and community. #NJLibChat

[Dr. Кrista Welz @kristawelz]

Q2: Why is culturally diverse children's literature so important in our schools, particularly school libraries? #NJLibChat

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A1: Multicultural literature builds community and empathy by introducing children to diverse cultures, traditions, and perspectives. It also reduces stereotypes and biases and contributes to positive self-image through representation. #NJLibChat

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Q1: How does exposure to multicultural literature benefit children’s thought processes about race? #NJLibChat

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Q1: How does exposure to multicultural literature benefit children’s thought processes about race? #NJLibChat

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[Amy Rash @AmyMRash]

We FINALLY made our delicious Strega Nona pasta thanks to @KnightNosenzo! Two power outages slowed us down but didn’t stop our pasta pot! We even had flat Mrs. Nosenzo helping us! Thank you so much, Mrs. Nosenzo, for your sweet gift!

[Amy Rash @AmyMRash]

Look close, Flat @KnightNosenzo is riding in the bike basket and joining our biking adventures! Thank you for keeping our spirits up!

[Amy Rash @AmyMRash]

@KnightNosenzo Thank you for the best morning message!! We miss you!

[Amy Rash @AmyMRash]

@Smlschool @SmlParish Thank you Jude and Lennon!! You are so sweet! I miss you! 🤗💙🤍

[Amy Rash @AmyMRash]

@KnightNosenzo This was fun! And cookies in the morning sounds amazing. I wonder if Trader Joe’s has any left 🤔

[Amy Rash @AmyMRash]

@KnightNosenzo McKenna thinks you saw a spider and a wild turkey... just like we saw a wild turkey in our yard this morning! 🦃 8+2= 10 @MrsHessionOBHS

[Amy Rash @AmyMRash]

@KnightNosenzo Using an upcycled milk jug to play a game with a willing brother @MrsHessionOBHS

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https://t.co/VyGB8WIwk2

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We know science is fun when just about every hand is up! Having a great time with mad science 🔥 @WeAreSMLS

[Amy Rash @AmyMRash]

Learning about children around the world, specifically in parts of Africa where access to food, water, and education is limited. Gives us an opportunity to be thankful for what we do have and think about how we can help others #WeAreSMLS

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Skyping with the @philly_zoo and learning how changes in climate affect animal habitats. Then, we’re brainstorming how we can help! #WeAreSMLS

[Amy Rash @AmyMRash]

Do you want to build a snowman? These creative 1st graders did!

[Amy Rash @AmyMRash]

While we can’t put our young people in a bubble, we can give them information to help them make safe and healthy decisions. #WeAreSMLS

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Christmas elves loading our donations to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul... so grateful for the donations and for people who make a difference! #WeAreSMLS