Diversity is Not Divisive

Logo with "DEY Defending the Early Years" and the text "DIVERSITY IS NOT DIVISIVE" in yellow, white, and blue on a blue background, supporting early childhood education during COVID.

We remain committed to recognizing diversity as an asset that must be honored and protected. To support early childhood educators, advocates, and families, we will be sharing our favorite diversity resources.

These resources will include children’s books, books for adults, podcasts, lesson plan ideas, and other materials that highlight the importance of diversity in the lives of young children.

Do you have a favorite diversity resource you want us to share? Fill out this form! Explore our Diversity Resources and Banned Book Club features here.

16 Oct: October 2025 Diversity is Not Divisive Resource

This month’s resource is Teaching Central America: A Project of Teaching for Change. This campaign, designed to promote teaching about Central America, features lessons, book lists, biographies, and additional resources.

19 Sep: September 2025 Diversity is Not Divisive Resource

Our September 2025 resource is the @maistorybooklibrary Instagram account, which features curated reading lists of diverse early childhood books! Created by teacher and artist Maya Le, MaiStoryBook provides a wealth of resources for honoring diversity!