For anyone out there wondering how they can combat racism, systemic oppression or uncouncious bias here is a practical starting point. Start at home when kids are young. The books, magazines, films...that you introduce to your children will help shape their worldview full stop.

So next time you are thinking about getting a new children’s book pick up a book or two with strong black characters. And make this a part of your children’s library/bookshelf. I’ve put together a list of beautiful children’s books with amazing black characters

that all children would enjoy reading and grow to love. This isn’t a solution that will end this desease called racism, but I believe that it’s good starting point. If you care about black empowerment and justice for black people no matter your nationality or etnicity,

this message is for you. Please also consider donating to https://minnesotafreedomfund.org/  Feel free to add more books below this thread #BlacklivesMaters #strongblacklead

Ada Twist - by Andrea Beaty, illustrated by David Roberts

Izzy Gizmo - Pip Jones, illustrated by Sara Ogilvie

Izzy Gizmo and the Invention Convention - Pip Jones, illustrated by Sara Ogilvie

Hair Love - Matthew A. Cherry, illustrated by Vashti Harrison