Tameka Fyrer Brown is an author and mom of three who understands why diverse books matter and the importance of inclusion.
, a story of navigating feelings and sibling rivalry, following three years later.
"My children, the little girl in me, and every child I encounter inspire me to create relevant stories that validate the emotions young people have in common," Brown tells CafeMom."They also motivate me to write stories about black joy, and to challenge stereotypes about black families that have been historically propagated in media."
"White families have never lacked positive media representation, and it’s important that we share culturally diverse children’s books with all of our children -- books that will serve as self-reflective and affirming mirrors for some kids, and insightful, nondistorted windows and sliding glass doors for others."
"I also want to add that when looking for books that feature people of color, it is important to seek out titles that are actually written"It wasn't until I became a mother that I realized the importance of intentionally inundating black children with positive images of blackness.""In fact, it wasn't until I was an author that my focus on diversity in kid-lit grew," the mom of three continues.
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