Chris Cuba

[Chris Cuba @ChrisCuba3]

@kristawelz A5: Very true and many schools still do not have enough diversity in their books. It is time for schools to update their literature so all people know they are important. #NJLibChat

[Chris Cuba @ChrisCuba3]

@Miss_Militello @kristawelz I was just introduced to All Are Welcome for this class. I noticed others had this book in their list also.

[Chris Cuba @ChrisCuba3]

@kristawelz A4: Trombone Shorty
Alma and How She got Her Name
Dear Primo: A Letter to My Cousin
Separate is Never Equal
I Love My Hair #NJLibChat

[Chris Cuba @ChrisCuba3]

@kristawelz A3: Dialogue is similar to that culture, the facts and time period should be accurate and characters are true to the culture being represented. The culture is actually in the book, not just the skin color and features. #NJLibChat

[Chris Cuba @ChrisCuba3]

@Miss_Militello @kristawelz Great point. It believe it would help with classroom management and behaviors

[Chris Cuba @ChrisCuba3]

@ChristinaBrezn1 @kristawelz Yes. connecting to literature makes students want to read.

[Chris Cuba @ChrisCuba3]

@kristawelz A2: It is important because children need to see themselves in literature. It helps them understand who they are and to understand others and be more accepting of others. It can help students learn about the struggles people face for basic human rights and equality. #NJLibChat

[Chris Cuba @ChrisCuba3]

@kristawelz A1: It shows children that people of all races are equally important. When they see someone who looks like them or has the same customs, they are validated. They feel a connection to the characters. It also makes others see the validity and perspective of others. #NJLibChat