In today's world we as a nation have a very diverse, multicultural population and being able to translate that through stories can better help us, understand the United States as a nation. For children to better see other cultures and life experiences opens their perspective, insight, and possibilities as they grow to become citizens of the world. Multicultural literature helps young readers see themselves as a reflection to the stories, these stories show them how people unlike them feel, think, and live. By using multicultural literature in the classroom children are gaining awareness, appreciation, and understanding of people like, and unlike themselves. Multicultural literature also connects children to the outer world by introducing them to diverse points of view other than the ordinary.
Sharing risky books as a new teacher can sometimes be scary, but the benefits from sharing risky books are detrimental. Books that are considered controversial through social issues provide opportunities for children and teachers to engage in diverse view points and build conversations that will give the children perspectives that are different from their own. By sharing risky books it also encourages cross-curricular connections within the classroom.
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