A Special Edition of #WeNeedDiverseBooks for Scholastic Reading Club

Use the We Need Diverse Books Scholastic Reading Club flyer to help your child discover books that reflect traditionally under-represented characters.

By Melanie English
Nov 12, 2015

Ages

9-13

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Nov 12, 2015

Did you notice that your child came home with a special edition We Need Diverse Books™ Scholastic Reading Club flyer? The collection, running through February 3rd, offers 75 key book titles for grades 4–8 that feature diverse characters and storylines. As parents, it’s important to introduce your child to diverse books. Think of them as a great opportunity to expose your children to stories and viewpoints that might be unfamiliar to them (and you!).

Some of our favorites are from the #WeNeedDiverseBooks collection are:

Echo by Pam Munoz Ryan

Listen Slowly by Thahha Lai

Wonder by. R.J. Palacio

 

This special, curated flyer includes award-winning titles, beloved classics, and new releases. Place orders through your child’s teacher or on the Scholastic Reading Club site using your activation code.

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review the entire We Need Diverse Books™ Scholastic Reading Club flyer here.

Learn more about We Need Diverse Books™.

 

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