Words by HB

07/23/2020

Raising an anti-racist child is really about teaching that child to be aware of pervasive, negative messages in the culture.

Speaking to Insider about his new children's book, "Antiracist Baby," Ibram X. Kendi said parents need to be constantly learning about anti-racism.

07/18/2020

As a child, Congressman John Lewis, planned on becoming a preacher. Instead, he grew up to fight for the soul of America as a leader in the civil rights movement.

A glimpse into the childhood whimsy of an important African-American congressman who has become famous for his words.

07/13/2020

Let's all celebrate beautiful, Black little boys as they are and also, so they can grow up to be confident, caring, purposeful men.

The ultimate list of children's books celebrating Black boys, from classics to new releases, for all age groups from babies to teenagers!

06/29/2020

Suggested new titles and older favorites for summer reading and young audiences: writes about being young and dealing with COVID-19 in Don't Stand So Close To Me. While Tuck Everlasting and ' Elijah of Buxton bring back fond memories for me.

It's time once more for The Next Chapter's children's book panel!

06/17/2020

Kids see the differences. Sometimes they struggle with the differences. And parents need to know how to talk about race in a way that makes it a comfortable subject for everyone. Here's a list of books that can help, from Heather Greenwood Davis

Heather Greenwood-Davis joins us this morning with a comprehensive list of books for people of all ages to learn about complex issues like race and racism. From babies to adults, it's never too early or too late to learn about these issues.

06/11/2020

A little girl made the news headlines when she stood, mesmerized by a painting of the beautiful and elegant, former First Lady, Michelle Obama in the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C. Parker Looks Up is now a picture book that will inspire lots of other, little girls who look like Parker.

This video is about Parker Looks Up

03/25/2020

This 11-year-old sounds like a go-getter. He started a book club to celebrate African-American literature and culture.

If 11-year-old Sidney Keys III took you on a tour of his school library, you'd probably find a limited amount of books that feature African American authors and characters. However, Sidney did not allow the lack of representation and literacy promotion to stifle his passion for reading. As a matter....

02/26/2020

Thanks to Heather Greenwood Davis for writing this National Geographic Kids' article with some great suggestions for using thoughtful questions; media and books to help kids (and adults) grow into more compassionate, inclusive beings.

Children notice color, and they might have questions about it. Not shying away from those conversations is the first step in raising an anti-racist child.

01/18/2020

I've checked out all but one of the books on this list of most checked out New York Public Library books of all time. But I own Charlotte's Web -- and I've read it countless times!

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/13/books/ny-public-library-top-books-history.html?login=email&auth=login-email