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Children's Literature

Find information about the CSULB University Library's Children's Collection as well as information about children's literature in general.

DEIA in Children's Literature

Promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility is essential in children's literature. Books need to reflect readers as well as expose them to other cultures.

We Need Diverse Books!

Reading Without Walls

The We Need Diverse Books movement  "is a grassroots organization of children’s book lovers that advocates essential changes in the publishing industry to produce and promote literature that reflects and honors the lives of all young people."

Use these lists to find books on different socioeconomic backgrounds, gender identities, abilities, ethnicities, and cultures that are available in the Children's Collection at CSULB.

Multicultural Book Awards and Lists

Bias in Children's Literature

Using Older Books