Final Post

Looking back over the semester, I realize I have learned a lot about the different children's literature books that are available out there. Specifically from the research project, I found that it is hard to locate books with diverse characters. These books are so necessary in a classroom or school library if there's going to be any way for children to learn about diversity. It is easy for a teacher to shy away from topics such as GLBTQ or disabilities because they find it to be a "touchy" subject or they just don't have the knowledge themselves to feel like they can teach it properly. Classes like this at MSU help young teachers see the importance of embracing diversity and provide ways to introduce diversity through literature. One of the most important aspects of teaching diversity through literature is being able to dispell stereotypes. Students will be able to acknowledge the differences amongst themselves and their classmates and find that those differences are what makes each person unique.