![]() ![]() Baptist where she talked about the importance of depicting Black Joy in kid lit. I recently read an interview with author Kelly J. Retellings of Black historical figures and events in Black history We’ve divided this brief collection into general age groups and then into two categories, so it’s easy for you to jump in:įun, fictional stories with Black main characters Let’s dive into some of this bookish goodness, yes? I can’t wait to see how this shapes the future. Y’all, our kids will grow up seeing the diversity of their world depicted in books in ways we never did. And there’s been a wonderful explosion of Black main characters in kidlit–a really exciting (and overdue) development. So many talented authors and illustrators have brought Black history to life through their work. Talking about race with kids in a way that is age-appropriate, but also not watered-down, can be tough! I’m aware that my words are complicated by my own privilege and personal history…how can I give my girls a bigger picture? How can you do the same for your kiddos? ![]() And I want them to know the brilliance and resilience of Black women and men throughout history. I want my girls to know the truth (even though it’s an ugly truth) about Black history in the US and our country’s ongoing struggles with racial equity. ![]() As a white woman, the significance of this month has changed for me over the years-from simple appreciation before I was a parent, to a focus on education, now that I’m the mama to 2 young girls. ![]()
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