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Social Justice & Anti-Racism Reading List

There are never enough books to read to your child, so why not read with them about understanding ourselves and social justice? Starting with your newborn, here are a few great books to engage with your child about these important topics.

Family of four reading together on couch

A is for Activist, Innosanto Nagara

Different Appearances, Rebecca Pettiford

Why am I me? Paige Britt

Simone Visits the Museum, Dr. Kelsi Bracmort

For more book recommendations, check out this Reading List from Santa Barbara Unified School District (SBUSD) and the Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL ) and 20 Picture Books for 2020: Readings to Embrace Race, Provide Solace & Do Good

Parenting Tip: Reading is a great way to share others’ stories and perspectives with your children. It also can help start important conversations with your children about social justice.

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