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Something Happened In Our Town: A Child's Story About Racial Injustice

Cover of Something Happened In Our
by Marianne Celano, Marietta Collins, Ann Hazards
illustrated by Jennifer Zivoin
2018

After discussing the police shooting of a local Black man with their families, Emma and Josh know how to treat a new student who looks and speaks differently than his classmates. Includes an extensive Note to Parents and Caregivers that provides general guidance about addressing racism with children, child-friendly vocabulary definitions, conversation guides, and a link to additional online resources for parents and teachers.

Age group: 
Early Elementary
Category: 
Activism / Social Justice