And between the ages of two and four, children begin internalizing racial bias.
Its important to note that books alone shouldnt be the extent of a childs education on race.
and Why do you think that?
Images courtesy of Mahogany Books and Brain Lair Books
As DL Mullen, proprietor ofSemicolon Bookstore & Galleryputs it, Because purposeful antiracism should begin at birth.
Representation matters, and having the characters and author all be people of color centers the Black experience.
Its a reallyjoyfulrepresentation of a Black girl and her mother, says Hobart.
It teaches children that citizenship isnt legal or illegal, its heart- and action-based, Mullen says.
The answer: Always!
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Like so many kids, Tosh loves his grandma Honeys bakingspecifically, her golden tea cakes.
This is a meaty and complex book, says Lovett.
But for young readers, having issues around injustice happen in a school setting is relatable and visceral.
Can he simultaneously stay friends with the kids in his neighborhood and fit in at school?
Its also full of clever graphic references to pop culture, which instantly drew my son into Jordans world.
The result is a triumphant, loving, and wholly child-centered collection of work, Rhuday-Perkovich says.
I just really love this book, Wilson says.
They both meet the ghost of Sarah, the policemans daughter, who must reckon with her fathers actions.
A great middle grade read to explore some of the dynamics of identity and race with young readers.
Yes, Spider-Man is literally fighting the embodiment of white supremacy, Gresko says.
Recommended for:ages 13 to 17 years
Buy it:$10,eyeseeme.com
