Still a Family

Submitted by Christa S. on Thu, 2020-09-17 14:02

Despite living in separate shelters, a little girl and her parents find time to be together, demonstrating that even in the most trying of times, they are still a loving and committed family. Recommended for ages 3–6.

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Still a Family
Still a Family

Brenda Reeves-Sturgis
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Ree)


Despite living in separate shelters, a little girl and her parents find time to be together, demonstrating that even in the most trying of times, they are still a loving and committed family. Recommended for ages 3–6.
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I See You

Submitted by Christa S. on Thu, 2020-09-17 13:39

A wordless picture book that depicts a woman experiencing homelessness who is not seen by all the life around her, except by a little boy. Ultimately, in a gesture of compassion, this boy approaches this woman in an exchange where he sees her and she experiences being seen. Recommended for ages 3–6.

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I See You
I See You

Michael Genhart
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Gen)


A wordless picture book that depicts a woman experiencing homelessness who is not seen by all the life around her, except by a little boy. Ultimately, in a gesture of compassion, this boy approaches this woman in an exchange where he sees her and she experiences being seen. Recommended for ages 3–6.
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Intersection Allies: We Make Room for All

Submitted by Lizzie F. on Tue, 2020-06-02 14:18

A poetic exploration of the nuances of identity and differences as a source of community. The poem, introductions, and authors notes are all written by experts on the subject of intersectionality. Recommended for ages 3–6.

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Intersection Allies: We Make Room for All
Intersection Allies: We Make Room for All

Chelsea Johnson, LaToya Council, Carolyn Choi
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Joh)


A poetic exploration of the nuances of identity and differences as a source of community. The poem, introductions, and authors notes are all written by experts on the subject of intersectionality. Recommended for ages 3–6.
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The Talk: Conversations about Race, Love & Truth

Submitted by Lizzie F. on Tue, 2020-06-02 14:16

A collection of essays, poems, and stories by 30 diverse authors and illustrators addressing the frank conversations parents and caregivers have with their children about race, identity, and self-esteem. Recommended for ages 9–12.

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The Talk: Conversations about Race, Love & Truth
The Talk: Conversations about Race, Love & Truth

Wade Hudson, Cheryl Willis Hudson - Editors
(Juvenile Nonfiction – J 305.8009 Tal)


A collection of essays, poems, and stories by 30 diverse authors and illustrators addressing the frank conversations parents and caregivers have with their children about race, identity, and self-esteem. Recommended for ages 9–12.
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Me and White Supremacy: Young Readers' Edition

Submitted by Lizzie F. on Tue, 2020-06-02 14:14

This approachable guide helps young readers explore and process racism, white privilege, cultural appropriation, and more. Recommended for ages 9–12.

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Me and White Supremacy: Young Readers' Edition
Me and White Supremacy: Young Readers' Edition

Layla F. Saad
(Juvenile Nonfiction – J 305.8 Saa)


This approachable guide helps young readers explore and process racism, white privilege, cultural appropriation, and more. Recommended for ages 9–12.
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Not My Idea: A Book About Whiteness

Submitted by Lizzie F. on Tue, 2020-06-02 14:12

A white child sees a TV news report of a white police officer shooting and killing a Black man. An afternoon at the library helps uncover the truth about white supremacy in America. Recommended for ages 9–12.

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Not My Idea: A Book About Whiteness
Not My Idea: A Book About Whiteness

Anastasia Higginbotham
(Juvenile Nonfiction - J 305.8 Hig)


A white child sees a TV news report of a white police officer shooting and killing a Black man. An afternoon at the library helps uncover the truth about white supremacy in America. Recommended for ages 9–12.
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All the Colors We Are: The Story of How We Get Our Skin Color/Todos los Colores de Nuestra Piel: la Historia de por Qué Tenemos Diferentes Colores de Piel

Submitted by Lizzie F. on Tue, 2020-06-02 14:09

Explains, in simple terms, the reasons for skin color, how it is determined by heredity, and how various environmental factors affect it. Recommended for ages 6–9.

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All the Colors We Are: The Story of How We Get Our Skin Color/Todos los Colores de Nuestra Piel: la Historia de por Qué Tenemos Diferentes Colores de Piel
All the Colors We Are: The Story of How We Get Our Skin Color/Todos los Colores de Nuestra Piel: la Historia de por Qué Tenemos Diferentes Colores de Piel

Katie Kissinger
(Juvenile Nonfiction - J 612.79 Kis)


Explains, in simple terms, the reasons for skin color, how it is determined by heredity, and how various environmental factors affect it. Recommended for ages 6–9.
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Beauty Woke

Submitted by Lizzie F. on Tue, 2020-06-02 14:06

A young, multiracial Puerto Rican girl learns how to embrace her culture and heritage, even after seeing discrimination against people who look like her. Recommended for ages 3–6.

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Beauty Woke
Beauty Woke

NoNieqa Ramos
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Ram)


A young, multiracial Puerto Rican girl learns how to embrace her culture and heritage, even after seeing discrimination against people who look like her. Recommended for ages 3–6.
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Amina's Voice

Submitted by Lizzie F. on Tue, 2020-06-02 14:03

A Pakistani-American Muslim girl struggles to stay true to her family's vibrant culture while simultaneously blending in at school after tragedy strikes her community. Recommended for ages 9–12.

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Amina's Voice
Amina's Voice

Hena Khan
(Juvenile Fiction - J Khan)


A Pakistani-American Muslim girl struggles to stay true to her family's vibrant culture while simultaneously blending in at school after tragedy strikes her community. Recommended for ages 9–12.
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