We have witnessed a global pandemic that has shaken the world to its very core disrupting lives and businesses. We have no power over the spread of the virus other than staying apart and exercising good hygiene to flatten the curve.
During this time, we have also seen countless lives disrupted by something we completely have every control over, racism. This has shaken us to our core in disbelief of how we are divided just by our skin color and of how much violence and deaths have sprung from that.
We believe this starts with us – parents, caretakers, schools, teachers, and anyone with little children around them.
So many kids have been confused about the recent happenings and it is our responsibility to teach them and show them in a language they understand about diversity and equality for a better tomorrow.
Kids love books and this is one sure way to educate them in their understanding of diversity through stories.
We have curated 10 children’s books to promote diversity in every home.
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Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History
This magical book highlights the role that black women have played in the history of America. It features notable black women who we can easily see as role models encouraging the next generation of achievers.
Sulwe
A beautiful and powerful book that addresses the topic of colorism, self-esteem and learning that true beauty comes from within.
This book was written by Academy Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o.
Mae Among the Stars
A beautiful book inspired by the life of the first African American woman to travel in space, Mae Jemison.
When Little Mae was a child, she dreamed of dancing in space. She imagined herself surrounded by billions of stars. She wanted to be an astronaut, and she became one.
Skin Like Mine (Kids Like Mine)
An entertaining yet creative way to address and celebrate diversity among young children. Guaranteed to make you smile.
Little Legends: Exceptional Men in Black History
Just like Little Leaders; black bold women in history, this book shines a bold, joyous light on black men through history with exceptional stories.
The Skin You Live In
This picture book takes a cheerful look at human diversity by focusing on the skin. It delivers a message about the beauty of diversity and the importance of accepting one another.
The Color of Us
Through the eyes of a little girl who begins to see her familiar world in a new way, this book celebrates the differences and similarities that connect all people.
AntiRacist Baby
Antiracist Baby introduces the youngest readers and the grown-ups in their lives to the concept and power of antiracism. Providing the language necessary to begin critical conversations at the earliest age.
Race Cars: A children’s book about white privilege
Race Cars tells the story of 2 best friends, a white car and a black car, that have different experiences and face different rules while entering the same race.
Unique and Wonderful
“Celebrate yourself and others.” “That will take you far.” “Let your differences help you shine bright, like a dark night’s dazzling star.” Unique and Wonderful is a rhyming picture book all about diversity.
As a platform run by a diverse team promoting diversity in every form, we are a part of #blacklivesmatter having a lot of blacks within us and encourage our readers and community to stand for what is right.
In the coming days, we’ll be shinning some light on the black community and ways of supporting.
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