SKIN - Softcover

Methven, Susan

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798989979608

Publisher: Curating Kindness Publishing, 2024

Synopsis

Emily is excited to tell her family about her new friend from school…. “and he has black skin….” Being told not to say black skin, she is confused and upset. She likes his skin! Meemaw navigates Emily’s first lesson of many on racism and empathy as seen through Emily’s eyes.
This realistic story is compelling, invoking strong emotions. It will open the line of communication about race, interracial friendships, and racial discomfort passed along unintentionally. The author carefully keeps the subject simple for a young child. The storyline is strategically written to initiate and/or continue the dialogue surrounding racism.

Read this book today and begin the necessary conversations promoting empathy and compassion.

About this title

About the Author

Susan Methven was born and raised in Washington State. Currently, she lives in Bellingham on her boat with a fat cat named Raja. When she gets time and conditions are right, she enjoys time on the waters of the San Juan Islands. Her inspiration for the books she writes comes from her close relationship with her granddaughter. She is determined to write books that make the world a better place.

Edition details

• Publisher: Curating Kindness Publishing
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798989979608
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 29