Family Conversation Kits

(Nonprofit) We offer kits with trade books and a guide that help families begin or continue lifelong conversations about diversity and equity with confidence.

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If you're looking for more books that center Latinx characters, this is a great list! A Mighty Girl is amplifying books with Latinas. Check them out! https://t.co/t9C6nAbUis

[Yuyi Morales @yuyimorales]

When I moved my studio to Mexico, I didn't bring any of my book's artwork since Xalapa is so humid it destroys anything painted on paper. Last week NCCIL went to SF, where my artwork is stored, & they selected 50+ pieces for their Exhibit. I ladore the title they have chosen !

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Don't miss out on this opportunity to discuss a great book that is engaging and funny and centers characters with disabilities. It's a FREE event, so bring your neighbors and friends. See you tomorrow!
@VisitEauClaire @eaushift @DottersBooks @Dusti_Bowling

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Locals: TOMORROW AT 6pm! FAMILY Book Club! Weather permitting we’ll meet on the lawn behind Dotters Books (bring lawn chairs or a blanket), inside the shop if weather's bad. Cannot wait to hear your thoughts on Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus by @Dusti_Bowling!

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This important infographic has been updated with 2018 data. While there has certainly been improvement in numbers, it's important to remember that more can and must be done to ensure young people have access to a wealth of quality diverse books.

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Read our full recommendation here:
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Today's recommendation sparks conversations on: Residential Schools (their impact, oppressive policies & practices, and students' experiences there), how different ways of life are equally valid, and parallels to how marginalized people are treated today.

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@JerryCraft @HarperCollins @HarperCollinsCh We should be thanking YOU for such an important and powerful book! ❤️

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Today's recommendation sparks conversations on: microaggressions (ie. calling a POC the name of another POC, complimenting a POC's language use, etc.), stereotypes (race, ethnicity, & class), bias, class, how teachers can marginalize students, and SO MUCH MORE! It's a must read!

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Check out our complete recommendation here: https://t.co/OZyUjKrf9v

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Check out our full recommendation here: https://t.co/mw7zUXc7l7

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Today's recommendation sparks conversations about each of the 35 women featured in the book (accomplishments, obstacles they face/d, what we can learn from them), the 18 additional trailblazers mentioned in the back of the book, and how we can support female leadership.

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Read our full recommendation here:
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Today's recommendation sparks conversations about Black excellence in music, art, athletics, and the military. Families may discuss the Civil Rights movement, slavery, and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Check out the whole series!

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This is a great thread

[Lee & Low Books @LEEandLOW]

The kind of thinking embodied in this review is a GREAT example of 1) why we need LOTS OF KINDS of diverse books 2) what a lot of racism in the US actually looks like - not people in KKK robes but rather white readers commenting offhand about "unnecessary diversity"

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Read our full recommendation here:
https://t.co/21vqMePCfK

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Today's recommendation sparks conversations on: Cuban history and refugees, the value of a close-knit family, the importance of activism, the negative impacts of gentrification, the life/writing/activism of José Martí, navigating crushes, & how friends can be like family. 💖

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Check out our complete recommendation here: https://t.co/V08ksjr7p8

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Today's recommendation sparks conversations about physical differences (eyes, skin, disabilities, etc), geographic differences (climate, homes, transportation, etc), cultural differences (food, faith, language, celebrations, etc), & individual differences (family structure, etc).

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@globalreadaloud selects some of the most engaging and discussion-inspiring books each year. Several favorites are among this year's contenders. Which are your favorites?
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