Skin: A First Conversation About Race (First Conversations) - Hardcover

Book 1 of 6: First Conversations

Madison; Megan; Ralli; Jessica

 
9780593382639: Skin: A First Conversation About Race (First Conversations)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0593382633 ISBN 13: 9780593382639
Publisher: Penguin USA, 2021

Synopsis

Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this topic-driven board book offers clear, concrete language and beautiful imagery that young children can grasp and adults can leverage for further discussion. While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it's hard to know where to begin. Research shows that talking about issues like race and gender from the age of two not only helps children understand what they see, but also increases self-awareness, self-esteem, and allows them to recognize and confront things that are unfair, like discrimination and prejudice. This first book in the series begins the conversation on race, with a supportive approach that considers both the child and the adult. Stunning art accompanies the simple and interactive text, and the backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending this discussion.

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About the Author

Jessica Ralli is the Coordinator of Early Literacy Programs at Brooklyn Public Library, where she develops and manages programming for BPL's award-winning First Five Years initiative. She received her MA in Early Childhood Special Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and previously taught in schools, childcare centers, and museums. She has written about early literacy and library services for young children in School Library Journal (where she co-authors the "First Steps" column with Rachel G. Payne) and has presented on play-based learning at the American Library Association Conference, Young Child Expo, and the Bank Street Center for Children's Literature.

From the Back Cover

Based on the research that race, gender, consent, and body positivity should be discussed with toddlers on up, this read-aloud board book series offers adults the opportunity to begin important conversations with young children in an informed, safe, and supported way.

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Publisher
Penguin USA
Publication date
2021
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0593382633
ISBN 13 
9780593382639
Binding
Board book
Illustrator
Roxas, Isabel
Edition number
1
Number of pages
36

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9780593519394: Our Skin: A First Conversation about Race

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ISBN 10:  0593519396 ISBN 13:  9780593519394
Publisher: Rise X Penguin Workshop, 2021
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