How to talk to kids about Race and Racism

Anti-Bias Tools and Strategies: The Anti-Defamation League provides a simple guide for parents who want to start a conversation with their kids about current events. (middle school high school age group)
Tips for Parents on Media Coverage, from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Talking to Kids About Race, from National Geographic
Talking to Kids About Discrimination, from the American Psychological Association
Helping Children Manage Stress in the Aftermath of a Shooting, applicable tips from the American Psychological Society
Supporting Kids of Color in the Wake of Racialized Violence, from Embracerace.org, a two-part webinar series including transcripts and listening option, with resources
Beyond the Golden Rule: A Parent’s Guide to Preventing and Responding to Prejudice, from Tolerance.org.
10 Tips for Teaching and Talking to Kids About Race, from EmbraceRace.org (may be helpful for parents of elementary children).
Anti Racism Resources
Talking About Race, for parents and caregivers (with content appropriate for high school students), from the National Museum of African American History and Culture
Your Kids Aren’t Too Young to Talk About Race: Resource roundup
Books on Racism and Social Justice, Common Sense Media recommends books, organized by age span.
Social Justice Book List, National Network of State Teachers of the Year & University of Phoenix, listing by grade span, early learning to adult and teachers
Coretta Scott King Book Award Winners, books for children and young adults

Other Resources for Educators

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