The launch title in the best-selling A Kids Book About series.

A clear explanation of what racism is and how to know when you see it.

Yes, this really is a kids book about racism. Inside, you'll find a clear description of what racism is, how it makes people feel when they experience it, and how to spot it when it happens.

This is one conversation that's never too early to start, and this book was written to be an introduction to kids on the topic.
Jelani Memory (he/him) is an African American entrepreneur, thinker, and constant learner. He lives in Portland, Oregon, with his wife and 6 kids. He still wants to be an artist when he grows up. View titles by Jelani Memory

Educator Guide for A Kids Book About Racism

Classroom-based guides appropriate for schools and colleges provide pre-reading and classroom activities, discussion questions connected to the curriculum, further reading, and resources.

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The launch title in the best-selling A Kids Book About series.

A clear explanation of what racism is and how to know when you see it.

Yes, this really is a kids book about racism. Inside, you'll find a clear description of what racism is, how it makes people feel when they experience it, and how to spot it when it happens.

This is one conversation that's never too early to start, and this book was written to be an introduction to kids on the topic.

Author

Jelani Memory (he/him) is an African American entrepreneur, thinker, and constant learner. He lives in Portland, Oregon, with his wife and 6 kids. He still wants to be an artist when he grows up. View titles by Jelani Memory

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Educator Guide for A Kids Book About Racism

Classroom-based guides appropriate for schools and colleges provide pre-reading and classroom activities, discussion questions connected to the curriculum, further reading, and resources.

(Please note: the guide displayed here is the most recently uploaded version; while unlikely, any page citation discrepancies between the guide and book is likely due to pagination differences between a book’s different formats.)

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