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The Controversy of The Rabbits’ Wedding by Garth Williams

In 1959, The Rabbits' Wedding by Garth Williams became the target of segregationists... because one rabbit was white and one black.

Hopeful Stories about Hard Times: Picture Books to Help Kids Push Through

There are so many big topics worth talking about with young readers. These hopeful stories about hard times, including We Are Water Protectors, can help.

A History of Racism in American Public Libraries

A deep dive into the history of racism in American public libraries, including the effects of Jim Crow laws and racism in libraries today.

7 Books for Kids That Fight COVID-19-Inspired Racism

These kids' books about the contributions of Chinese and Chinese Americans to society are a great way to combat COVID-19-inspired racism, including Eyes that Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho and Dung Ho.

6 Books on Caste to Read After Isabel Wilkerson’s CASTE

Wilkerson's book was instantly one of the classic books on caste, as we have it in the U.S. These books go deeper into the Indian system.

Does It Matter That Roald Dahl’s Family is “Sorry”?

Does it mean anything to apologize for virulent bigotry on someone else's behalf?

5 Books On the Necessity of Police Reform

Police reform is still necessary. Read up on the current state of law enforcement and what can be done to address the racism and brutality among its ranks.

Free Ebooks about Police Violence to Read Right Now

Here are some free ebooks about police violence to read right now, in the wake of Black Lives Matter protests across the world.

Listen to STAMPED FROM THE BEGINNING by Ibram X. Kendi on Spotify

The audiobook of STAMPED FROM THE BEGINNING by Ibram X. Kendi is currently available for free on Spotify.

Fighting Back With Books: 5 Nonfiction Works that Challenge COVID-19-Inspired Racism

These nonfiction books about racism toward Asian Americans are all too timely as the COVID-19 pandemic incites xenophobia and attacks.