40 Ways to Raise a Nonracist Child
40 Ways to Raise a Nonracist Child by Barbara Mathias, published by HarperCollins on June 7, 1996, is a practical guide aimed at helping parents navigate the complexities of teaching their children about race and prejudice. This first edition spans 180 pages and addresses the ongoing challenges of racism in America, emphasizing the importance of instilling values of equality and respect from an early age.
The book is structured into five age-related sections, catering to children from preschool through their teenage years. It offers actionable advice for parents, including strategies for selecting appropriate toys for young children and engaging in meaningful conversations with teenagers about societal issues. With a focus on family and relationships, 40 Ways to Raise a Nonracist Child serves as a valuable resource for parents seeking to foster understanding and acceptance in their children.
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30 years after the civil rights movement, America is still imbued with the spirit of racism. Despite the best intentions of a generation, children today are still learning the dangerous lessons of prejudice, hate and bigotry. Ultimately, the only way to rid our society of the evil of racism is to teach our children, while they’re still impressionable, that color is not an indication of a person’s worth. Unfortunately, many parents are at a loss as to how to do this effectively. 40 Ways to Raise a Nonracist Child is the perfect aid for these parents. Divided into five age-related sections, ranging from preschool age to the teenage years, it provides helpful and practical ways parents can teach these important lessons, and contains specific advice addressing the unique concerns of both white parents and parents of color. With topics ranging from how to select toys for toddlers to how to talk with teenagers about what they see on the evening news, 40 Ways to Raise a Nonracist Child is a book all concerned parents will want to have on their shelves.
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