Pride Month: Embracing and Advocating for Diversity in Early Childhood Literacy
Johnathan Salinas Johnathan Salinas

Pride Month: Embracing and Advocating for Diversity in Early Childhood Literacy

Pride Month celebrates the LGBTQ+ community's history and achievements, providing a vital opportunity to introduce diverse stories to young learners. Reflecting on his experience as an openly LGBTQ+ Latino educator, Board Member Johnathan Salinas highlights the importance of inclusive literature in early education. Despite challenges in accessing diverse books, especially in certain states, supporting culturally relevant and LGBTQ+ inclusive materials is essential for fostering acceptance and understanding in our classrooms.

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