Digest # 144: Talking to Kids about Race

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Digest # 144: Talking to Kids about Race

We know that kids notice race, and pretending to be color blind just does not work. We all have implicit biases, even if we don’t want them and are not explicitly biased. However, it is difficult for adults to talk about race issues, and teaching our kids about them can seem even more daunting. So, for this week’s digest, we have a roundup of resources aimed at helping parents, or teachers, talk to kids about race.

1. Guide to Allyship by Amélie Lamont, @amelielamont

Before talking to your kids, it might be helpful to read on what it means to be an Ally, and how to handle some of the situations we encounter regularly. The author explains their reasons for creating the guide best: