It is never too early to discuss anti-racism with your children and there are plenty of anti-racism resources for kids available today.

Anti-racism is defined as, “the policy or practice of opposing racism and promoting racial tolerance”

With the recent black lives matters movement and other happenings across the world, it is imperative that we build a future generation of race-conscious kids. It is crucial that we are aware of our own ethnic identity, beliefs; and the privileges that come with it. It is equally important that children see themselves and their experiences in the books, and media resources they consume. It is important that children read the experiences of people who come from different walks of life.

We at the Inquibox HQ have gathered anti-racism resources for kids and parents. These resources will help you teach your children about races and learn the importance of anti-racism.

Books

AntiRacist Baby by Ibram X. Kendi, illustrated by Ashley Lukashevsky.

How to Be an Antiracist, by Ibram X. Kendi.

We’re Different, We’re the Same (Sesame Street) by Bobbi Kates, illustrated by Joe Mathieu.

145th Street: Short Stories by Walter Dean Myers.

Of Thee I Sing by Barack Obama, illustrated by Loren Long.

The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson.

The Stars Beneath Our Feet by David Barclay Moore.

Let It Shine by Andrea Davis Pinkney.

Something Happened in Our Town: A Child’s Story About Racial Injustice, by Marianne Celano, Marietta Collins, and Ann Hazzard.

Each Kindness by Jacqueline Woodson.

Other Resources

Google Docs

The shareable anti-racism resource guide was written and shared by a user named Tasha K. in the wake of Ahmaud Arbery’s demise. The list offers numerous recommendations, including suggestions for topic areas like ethnic studies, teaching, immigration, and voting.

Sarah Sophie Flicker and Alyssa Klein compiled the Google doc of antiracism resources for white people. It includes recommendations for parents such as books; articles; podcasts, and organisations to follow. 

Sarafina Nance put together this list of Anti-Racism resources, which includes information about where to donate, petitions to sign, ways to take action, what to read, and discussion questions. 

Online Resources and Websites

 The Conscious Kid is an organisation that focuses on promoting access to children’s books that feature “underrepresented and oppressed groups.” Its book subscriptions help parents discover stories for all youth age ranges, including infants and toddlers.

EmbraceRace is a standout source for both white parents who want their children to be thoughtful allies. It is helpful for parents of colour working to raise confident and resilient children. The site offers webinars, tip sheets, book suggestions, and more.

The Girl Scouts’ tipsheet on taking action against racism is clear, thoughtful, and direct. It offers readers advice on how to start talking about race with their children; how to teach them inclusiveness, and how to empower them to challenge racism when they see it.

The Greater Good Science Center at U.C. Berkeley shared a list of resources to help people understand the science behind bias and discrimination, and how to reduce or eliminate those impulses over time. It includes a reading list for parents.

The National Museum of African American History and Culture and the Smithsonian partnered to produce a website on talking about race. It involves sections specifically on anti-racism and parenting provides valuable information; thought-provoking guidance.

Podcasts

The Seeing White podcast is a production from the Center for Documentary Studies at Duke University. The second season explores the “history and meaning of whiteness,” which is essential listening for parents. 

So Get Me, is a podcast by the Grammy-nominated, children’s hip-hop group Alphabet Rockers. This podcast is for families of all backgrounds who want to work for racial justice.

This is a great step to raise race-conscious kids today and it will help them be better human beings. We hope you all are staying safe and practicing social distancing.

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