Articles
How do young children learn about race?
Like other parts of children’s development, learning about race begins very early — even before they’re walking and talking — and continues throughout childhood.
"Color-Blind" or Color-Brave? Divergent Views on Race & Kids
Articles
Children learn about race from MANY sources! Here are a few.
Children learn about race comes from many sources – not just their families. They are growing up in a world that provides a lot of information, misinformation, and messages about race. Here's a quick look at some of those sources and the kinds of messages they send.
Podcast
Myth #5, Part 2: "Racist" kids are raised by "racist" parents
Today we counter the myth that kids learn problematic ideas about race exclusively from their parents and caregivers by looking at another source of children's racial learning - systems of racial inequality that kids live within and perceive all around them.
Podcast
Myth #5, Part 1: "Racist" kids are raised by “racist” parents
Kids learn about race from many sources and many of those lessons cause problems. Media is one such source. We take a critical look at children’s media and discuss strategies for raising to resist the stereotypes they encounter.
Podcast
Myth #4: Talking about race makes you racist
We come across this myth A LOT at EmbraceRace.
Podcast
Myth #3: Multiracial kids will lead the way to racial harmony
Why are (some) multiracial kids are often seen as part of the solution to our racial woes? How does that belief affect those kids and how might we respond as caregivers?
Podcast
Myth #2: Younger generations are less racist than older ones
Don't believe it! Like other enduring myths about race, this one is a real block to understanding and acting in ways that promote racial justice.
Children’s Books
Not finding kid-friendly, inclusive art? Try books!
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