Uju Asika has written a necessary book for our times.--Chika Unigwe,
author of On Black Sisters' Street
You can't avoid it, because it's everywhere. In the looks Black kids
get in certain spaces, the manner in which some people speak to them,
the stuff that goes over their heads. Stuff that makes them cry even
when they don't know why. How do you bring up your kids to be kind and
happy when there is so much out there trying to break them down?
Bringing Up Race is an important book, for all families whatever their
race or ethnicity. It's for everyone who wants to instil a sense of
open-minded inclusivity in their kids, and those who want to discuss
difference instead of shying away from tough questions. Uju Asika draws
on often shocking personal stories of prejudice along with opinions of
experts, influencers, and fellow parents to give prescriptive advice in
this invaluable guide.
Bringing Up Race explores:
When children start noticing ethnic differences (hint: much earlier than
you think)
What to do if your child says something racist (try not to freak out)
How to have open, honest, age-appropriate conversations about race
How children and parents can handle racial bullying
How to recognize and challenge everyday racism, aka microaggressions
Bringing Up Race is a call to arms for all parents as our society
works to combat white supremacy and dismantle the systemic racism that
has existed for hundreds of years.
