Exploring Race & Representation in Picture Books

(3 PDPs) Learn how to use picture books to provide “mirrors and windows” that reflect readers’ identities and open their eyes to the world beyond their lived experiences. We will consider criteria for selecting books, visit the exhibition The Art of Grace Lin: Meeting a Friend in an Unexpected Place, and share strategies for engaging children in conversations about race at story time. Participants will also discover tools for conducting diversity audits and other resources for building a more equitable, inclusive book collection.

A limited number of workshop spots are free for preschool teachers and elementary teachers in Title 1 Schools through The Carle Community Fund. Scholarships are awarded at random and offered on a quarterly basis. Application deadline is October 1.

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We work to provide accessible programming. If you need accommodation to participate in this program, please email [email protected]. We ask that requests are sent at least five business days in advance of the program so we can make arrangements. Thank you!

Host or Publisher The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art