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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 1d

✨ The Excluded Voices 2025 report is here!

We’ve updated last year’s findings on children’s books (ages 1–9) by British creators from marginalised communities — showing where progress is happening & where it’s still not.

https://ow.ly/G5Hq50X8fph

#IBCExcludedVoicesReport

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Barefoot Books @barefootbooks.bsky.social · 1d

Happy book birthday to three new Our World titles! 🎈🎂

Watch the northern lights dance in the sky in Iceland, snack on some chôm chôm in Vietnam, and play ice hockey in Canada!

Click the link to get your copies! tinyurl.com/7upvwjj6

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 7d

This September’s inclusive children’s books celebrate culture, identity & community 🍲✨ From sharing wonton soup to exploring Diwali, embracing who we are & tracing humanity’s roots back to Africa — these stories uplift, unite & inspire. 📚🌍

www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org/collections/...

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 14d

Each of these inclusive, child-centred books offers educators a starting point for wellbeing conversations. Explore the list 👉 www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org/collections/...

Picture books about anxiety

Is your child a worrier? This diverse list of picture books for worry and anxiety gives your child the tools they need to manage their worries better.

www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org

Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 14d

💭 Big Thoughts: Catch and Release Your Worries by Laura Dockrill & Ashling Lindsay
Expressive illustrations show the weight of worry — a powerful prompt for class conversations about feelings.

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 14d

🐾 Invisible Dogs by Ruby Wright
A creative, thoughtful way to talk about anxiety in the classroom — encouraging problem-solving, imagination & peer support.

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 14d

🌊 Kwesi and Nana Ruby Learn to Swim by Kobina Commeh & Barbara Quintino
A heartwarming intergenerational story about facing a fear of water — perfect for encouraging persistence & confidence.

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 14d

👑 The Princess and the Pee by Effua Gleed & Juanita Londono Gaviria
A modern fairy tale that reassures children anxious about bedwetting — ideal for gentle support around PSED.

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 14d

Supporting wellbeing starts with stories. 📚 This booklist for ages 3–7 helps children explore worries, talk about feelings & build resilience — a practical tool for classrooms & early years settings. 🧵

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Child's Play (International) @childs-play.co.uk · 19d

⭐ Hooray! Four of our books in @ibc-reads.bsky.social Top 10 diverse books! ⭐

LET'S PLAY by @alexstrick.bsky.social
CLIVE IS A WAITER & ROSA RIDES HER SCOOTER by Jessica Spanyol
DOWN BY THE STATION illustrated by Annie Kubler & Sarah Dellow
#kidlitUK #kidlit #readingtogether #bookswithusallin

Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 29d

Struggling to find the perfect books to share with your little one? 📖✨

Designed especially for the youngest readers, this curated list makes it simple to build an inclusive library full of stories you’ll love reading together.

www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org/collections/...

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Child's Play (International) @childs-play.co.uk · 19d

⭐ What to read with your baby (and why it matters!)

Fantastic blog by @lizpemtbnm.bsky.social for @ibc-reads.bsky.social
We're so excited to see our books here! Thank you!

Read here: www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org/blog/what-to...

Baby book guest blog

Need help choosing books for your baby or toddler? Early years expert Liz Pemberton’s tried and trusted tips will guide every step of the way. Read our blog.

www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 28d

Looking for brilliant new stories your child will adore? 📖✨

Perfect for curious young readers, this carefully chosen list makes it easy to diversify your child’s library with inclusive tales and unforgettable characters.

www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org/collections/...

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · 29d

Struggling to find the perfect books to share with your little one? 📖✨

Designed especially for the youngest readers, this curated list makes it simple to build an inclusive library full of stories you’ll love reading together.

www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org/collections/...

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · Aug 31

🍂✨ Autumn leaves, starry skies & brave adventures! Our latest round-up features a cosy baby book, a new Gina Kaminski, a teeny-tiny science guide to the stars, & a double Anna Hibiscus treat. 📚🌈

Find reviews here 👉 www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org/collections/...

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · Aug 28

✏️ Do your kids love to doodle?

Week 4 of #IBCScreenFreeSummer is here — our final theme is ILLUSTRATION! 🎨✨

This week’s challenge: Cupcake Creations 🧁 with a special tutorial from Adeola Sokunbi! 🏆

👉 www.instagram.com/p/DNymlxPWpyH/

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · Aug 18

🌞 Keep kids busy off screens this summer!

Join our #IBCScreenFreeSummer challenge — weekly activities, prizes & loads of inspiration 🌱🌼✨

Week 3: GARDENERS 👩‍🌾🌻🌱 Grow, play, read — find all the details on Instagram! 👉 www.instagram.com/p/DNgbErMMF_j/

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · Aug 13

🌞 Keep kids busy off screens this summer!

Join our #IBCScreenFreeSummer challenge — weekly activities, prizes & loads of inspiration 🕵️‍♀️📚✨

It’s all on Instagram! Week 2: DETECTIVES 🔍 👉 www.instagram.com/p/DNOinAXO5V0/

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Books for Keeps, the online children's books review journal @booksforkeeps.bsky.social · Aug 8

The Inclusive Books for Children Awards are open. The awards celebrate outstanding new children’s literature in 3 categories with a shared prize fund of £30K plus, NEW, @ibc-reads.bsky.social is also launching Children’s Choice Awards for primary schools #KidLit
booksforkeeps.co.uk/inclusive-bo...

Image of two young children sharing books.

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · Aug 6

🌞 Looking for fun, creative ways to keep kids busy off screens this summer?

Join our #IBCScreenFreeSummer challenge — weekly activities, prizes & loads of inspiration 🎨🚲📚

It’s all happening on Instagram! Week 1: INVENTING 👉 www.instagram.com/p/DM8WenDSSIn/

Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · Jul 28

It isn't easy to encourage reading over the summer, especially when there are so many other exciting distractions! ☀️

📖 🌴 But here are three tips to help your little ones keep reading over the summer!

Visit www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org to choose something to get them excited!

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · Jul 25

Screens are not the enemy - sometimes they’re the thing that saves the day. But this summer, we're here to help your family make space for reading & exploring activities grounded in play! ☀️

Check out our IG for more info: www.instagram.com/p/DMivafKOHB...

#IBCscreenfreesummer

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · Jul 24

🧠 Got a fact-loving kid? These 5 brilliant non-fiction picture books are perfect for ages 3–7! 📚✨

From inspirational people to consent, this inclusive list is packed with true stories & big ideas little readers will love.

🛍️ Shop the list: www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org/collections/...

Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · Jul 3

👆Tap, lift, slide! We’re flipping through 9 of our favourite interactive books that little hands will love! 📖✨

Get ready for page-turning fun with this playful list of inclusive books for babies and toddlers 👶📚

📚 www.inclusivebooksforchildren.org/collections/...

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · Jun 30

📚 Calling all schools & libraries! Want to boost your collection with 100 inclusive, FREE books?

Apply now for an #IBCBookBox – 60 boxes up for grabs, packed with titles chosen by us!

Open to UK state primaries. Closes 18 July! 👇

forms.gle/6xJdjdRx1Xkm...

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Inclusive Books for Children @ibc-reads.bsky.social · Jun 27

Calling all parents! 📣 Is your child’s primary school in need of new books?

If so, nominate them to apply for an #IBCBookBox, containing 100 inclusive books, chosen by IBC, and all for free!

Applications close on 18 July, so nominate now ➡️ forms.gle/edh4WmfFYogQ...