Emily Hanford-Ostmann is an Emmy-nominated producer and graduate of the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University.
Books are more than a learning tool. When they tell stories of different races, abilities, cultures and ethnicities, they also foster positive self-esteem.'We believe it's so important to provide kids with access to stories and characters that are authentic, so they can see themselves in the pages of the books that they love,' said Alison Angell, vice president of partnerships with Scholastic.The Scripps Howard Fund — a public charity established by the E.W. Scripps Co.
LaKisha Wright, principal of Dunbar Elementary School in Atlanta.RELATED STORY | Why we're asking you to 'Give a Child a Book''When a student sees an image of themselves, whether it be about their height, their race, their sexuality,' Wright said, 'it increases their chances of reading more or learning more — changes their perspectives. And it shows that 'Hey, I'm worthy and valuable enough to be in print also.
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