Publisher's Synopsis
"Discussing race and racism is hard enough as adults, but the task seems insurmountable when teaching young students about such issues. Author Madeleine Rogin and her book Change Starts With Me: Talking About Race in the Elementary Classroom are here to help. The book provides an insightful look into effectively educating young students on the issues of race and racism grounded in real-world examples from the author's own classroom. The book tackles issues like White silence, where skin color originates from, and the societal fears of being perceived as a racist, all through the lens of educating a young audience. There are many barriers to overcome, including inherent biases, wary parents, and just helping students understand these vast, complicated topics. Change Starts With Me makes it all accessible, so every elementary classroom can celebrate diversity the way it deserves to be celebrated"--.
