Abstract
The purpose of this commentary is to discuss equity and advocacy regarding book deserts for children in urban schools. This commentary includes a critical review of the research literature, practical considerations for eliminating book deserts in schools, and developing a long-term community engagement program to resolve book deserts.
Recommended Citation
Flowers, Tiffany A.
(2022)
"Eliminating Book Deserts through Community Engagement,"
Journal of Research Initiatives: Vol. 7:
Iss.
1, Article 5.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.uncfsu.edu/jri/vol7/iss1/5
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