Talking About Race

Parent Resources

2020 made us feel like our world was upside down, and we continue to experience political divide across the country. Parents are faced with consoling and supporting their children through extremely challenging world events. Below are some simple resources to help you talk with your child/children about race and the events happening around the world.

Anti-Racism for Kids: An Age-by-Age Guide to Fighting HateIn an era rife with division, bias incidents darken our news feeds and escalate our anxiety. We asked leading experts how parents can shield their children from—and shepherd them through—a world that seems hell-bent on hate.

30 books to help you talk to your kids about racismalking to your kids about racism can be tough. Here are some books to help get them thinking about it.

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Talking With Children About Race and Racism—an Age-by-Age GuideThe conversations might be difficult, but they are necessary, says CHLA pediatrician Ashaunta Anderson, MD. And it’s never too early to start the discussions.

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Racism and Violence: How to Help Kids Handle the News | Child Mind InstituteTips for helping kids process big emotions and tackle hard questions about racism and violence.

7 ways to teach your child about diversityWe can’t decide which we like more: “Serve ethnic foods” or “Travel to different places.” Where do we sign up?

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