Talking about race, racism and anti-racism: books for children from Multcolib FamiliesLike this list

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• Antiracist Baby

  Kendi, Ibram X.,

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  Illustrations and rhyming text present nine steps Antiracist Baby can take to improve equity, such as opening our eyes to all skin colors and celebrating all our differences. For 3-4 year olds with suggestions for parents.

• I'm Like You, You're Like Me

  a Book About Understanding and Appreciating Each Other

  Gainer, Cindy

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  Illustrations and simple text explore ways in which children are alike and some ways they may be different. For preschoolers to kindergartners

• Brown

  the Many Shades of Love

  James, Nancy Johnson,

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  A boy describes the many hues of his family. For preschool to K

• We Are Allies!

  Emerald, Taimani,

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  A gentle introduction for young readers on what being an ally looks like. For preschool to K

• Our Skin

  a First Conversation About Race

  Madison, Megan,

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  An age-appropriate introduction to the concepts of race, gender, consent and body positivity, developed by early childhood and activism experts. For preschool to grade 1

• What's the Difference?

  Richards, Doyin, 1974-

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  Photographs and simple text celebrate friendship, diversity, and acceptance. For preschool to grade 1

• Where Are You From?

  Méndez, Yamile Saied,

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  When a young girl is asked where she's from--where she's really from, she decides to turn to her dear abuelo for some help with this ever-persistent question. But he doesn't quite give her the answer she expects. For preschool to grade 2

• All Are Welcome

  Penfold, Alexandra,

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  Illustrations and simple, rhyming text introduce a school where diversity is celebrated and songs, stories, and talents are shared. For preschool to grade 2

• The Big Umbrella

  Bates, Amy June,

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  A child with an umbrella demonstrates how kindness and inclusion work. For preschool to grade 2

• What I Am

  Srinivasan, Divya,

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  A child describes herself as many things at the same time - a girl, a granddaughter, Indian, American, both selfish and generous, mean and kind - and these are precisely what makes her a unique individual. For preschool to grade 2

• Why Am I Me?

  Britt, Paige,

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  In a poetic, philosophical exchange, two children of different races ask themselves why they are who and what they are, and speculate on how they could be different. For preschoolers to grade 2

• Intersection Allies

  We Make Room for All

  Johnson, Chelsea (Illustrator),

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  A handy book about intersectionality that depicts the nuances of identity and embraces difference as a source of community. For preschool to grade 4

• Who We Are!

  All About Being the Same and Being Different

  Harris, Robie H.,

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  Explores how people are the same as one another in lots of ways, and different in lots of ways too. Helps children realize why it's important to treat others the way they want to be treated. For grades K-2

• Racism and Intolerance

  Spilsbury, Louise,

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  Answers to questions like: "What does it mean to be a racist--or intolerant?" and "How can I help?" Children will begin to understand the way others struggle with these issues and become empowered to make a difference. For K to grade 3

• The Day You Begin

  Woodson, Jacqueline,

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  It's not easy to take those first steps into a place where nobody knows you, but somehow you do it. And sometimes, when we reach out and begin to share our story, others will be happy to meet us halfway. For K to grade 2

• Sulwe

  Nyong'o, Lupita,

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  When five-year-old Sulwe tries to lighten her skin to no avail, a shooting star's tale of the sisters Night and Day helps her understand there is beauty and worth in every shade. For K to grade 2

• Same, Same but Different

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  Elliot who lives in America and Kailash who lives in India exchange letters and pictures. Their worlds might look different, but they were actually similar. For K to grade 2

• On the Playground

  Our First Talk About Prejudice

  Roberts, Jillian, 1971-

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  A comprehensive introduction to the topic of prejudice. For K to grade 3

• Eyes That Kiss in the Corners

  Ho, Joanna,

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  Drawing from the strength of powerful women in her life, a girl recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self love and empowerment. A celebration of diversity. For K to grade 3

• Black Is a Rainbow Color

  Joy, Angela, 1975-

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  A child reflects on the meaning of being Black in this anthem about a people, a culture, a history, and a legacy that lives on. For K to grade 3