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The Awesome Kids Guide to Race

What is RACE? What is RACISM? What is RACIAL JUSTICE?

The Awesome Kids Guide to Race tells the sweeping story of race in the United States of America. This beautifully illustrated picture book includes:

  • Profiles of inspiring activists who are Black, Indigenous, Asian, Pacific Islander, White, Latine, MENA, and Multiracial so all kids can feel proud of who they are!

  • Interesting facts about the contributions of racially diverse groups from around the world!

  • Simple explanations of complicated concepts like race, racism, white privilege, implicit bias, and antiracism!

  • An overview of racial discrimination and activism in the United States, past and present!

  • A checklist of 10 concrete actions kids (and grownups!) can take to change the world!

A comprehensive guide for parents, teachers, homeschoolers, and curious kids of all ages!

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Illustrated by Christina O.

Dimensions: 8.5 x 11 in, 43 pgs.

Paperback ISBN: 979-8988644903 Hardcover ISBN: 979-8988644910

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In Those Kids, Our Schools (Harvard Education Press, 2015), Shayla Reese Griffin examines patterns of racial interaction in a large, integrated high school and makes a powerful case for the frank conversations that educators could and should be having about race in schools. Available through all major retailers. Contact Justice Leaders Collaborative for bulk orders.

Race Dialogues (Teachers College Press, 2019) helps individuals develop the skills needed to facilitate difficult dialogues across race in high school and college classrooms, in teacher professional learning communities, and beyond. Available through all major retailers. Contact Justice Leaders Collaborative for bulk orders.