Representation in Children′s Literature: Reflecting Realities in the Classroom

The under-representation of characters of colour in children′
s literature in the UK is quantified in the CLPE′
s award winning Reflecting Realities research.Through this research, the CLPE actively disrupts the demand-and-supply chain and holds the children′
s publishing industry to account, encouraging it to do better.

This book:
* explores what Reflecting Realities teaches us

* empowers teachers to take positive to ensure classroom libraries are truly representative

* takes time to reflect on the research

* enables teachers to explore what constitutes quality representation

* includes practical support on how to translate this thinking into positive change in the classroom

* provides guidance for curating literature for young readers

* highlights how engagement with inclusive literature positively impacts school reading cultures and wider teaching and learning.