Resources for Discussing Racism
Books for Children
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Little Legends: Exceptional Men in Black History
by Vashti Harrison Year Published:Ages 8-12
Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History
by Vashti Harrison Year Published:Ages 8-12
Something Happened in Our Town
by Marianne Celano PhD Year Published:Ages 4-8
The Day You Begin
by Jacqueline Woodson Year Published:Ages 5-8
The Hate U Give
by Angie Thomas Year Published:Grades 8 and up
Sources of Books for Children
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Norwell Middle School's Ms. Kinsman's suggested books
Ms. Kinsman put together this resource, containing recommended titles for readers of all ages, as well as some links to further reading about talking to children/students about race.
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ADL's Children Literature
Link to Anti-Defamation Leauge's book suggestions for children
Books for Adults
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So You Want to Talk About Race
by Ijeoma Oluo Year Published:Me and White Supremacy: Combat Racism, Change the World, and Become a Good Ancestor
by Layla F. Saad Year Published:
Websites for Parents & Families
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How to talk to your children about protests and racism
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Table Talk: Family Conversations about Current Events
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Your Kids Aren't Too Young to Talk About Race: Resource Roundup
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How to Talk to Kids about Race and Racism
Parent Toolkit with tips about how to get the conversation started with children.
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Talking to Kids About Race
National Geographic article about how to talk to kids about race.
Other Resources for Adults
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Emergency Task Force on Coronavirus & Equity
Link to the Emergency Task Force on Coronavirus & Equity
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Facing History and Ourselbes
Website resource for teachers and students using lessons of history to stand up to bigotry and hate.
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Code Switch
Listen to NPR's program Code Switch
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Understanding Race and Privilege
From the National Association of School Psychologists.




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