| Inclusive Stories
Our last round of books focused on LGBT+ families and inclusive stories. All children deserve to see their own lives represented in the stories we share and books are a fantastic way to build empathy and understanding of others.
The discussion was very positive and one of the most interesting points raised was that the LGBT+ family books were just accepted by the children as books about families in general and that we, as adults, can put our own preconceptions onto books. The children didn’t see a label, they just saw families and children like them.
My Friends and Me by Stephanie Stansbie is wonderful as it shows a whole range of different families: LGBT+, single parents, foster parents, step families and many more.
| Ketchup on your Reindeer by Nick Sharratt
Another absolute winner from the brilliant Nick Sharratt. With split pages so the children can make up their own crazy story combinations. The children adored sharing this book with each other—a real Christmas cracker!
 
| Too Much Stuff by Emily Gravett
Children loved this gentle story about consumerism, advertising and the desire we have to accumulate ‘stuff’. When the magpies lay eggs they feel they need to get lots of things to make their family perfect when all they really need is each other. Heart-warming and sweet with beautiful illustrations.
| Up Next
We are very excited as our next focus is STEM through stories and the group are working with RAISE Falkirk to develop resources around the books.
Maggie Burns, Librarian
Learning Resource Service
lrs@falkirk.gov.uk
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