Change Starts With Me: Talking About Race In The Elementary Classroom (An Elementary Teacher's Guide To Breaking The Unproductive Silence Surrounding Race And Racism)

Change Starts With Me: Talking About Race in the Elementary Classroom (An elementary teacher's guide to breaking the unproductive silence surrounding race and racism)

Product Description You can make a difference in how young students see and understand race and racism. Grounded in real-world examples, this accessible, insightful guide tackles topics like White silence, the scientific origin of skin color, and societal fears of being perceived as a racist. Readers will find solutions to overcome barriers like inherent biases and wary parents while helping students understand emotional and complex issues. Elementary classroom teachers will: Help young children develop a foundational understanding about race and racism rooted in anti-bias practices Vicariously experience a classroom