As the diversity of our nation increases, so will the diversity in our classrooms. Literature is one way that teachers can help to ensure their students understand different cultures around them.

To prepare for this assignment,

· Read Chapter 2 of the course text.

· Note Section 2.4 of our textbook lists the following guidelines for evaluating diversity in children’s books:

· Accurate representation of cultural specifics

· Avoidance of stereotypes

· Achievement

· Author/illustrator

· Copyright date

· Sensibility

· Language