""Do the best you can until you know better.Then when you know better, do better." (Maya Angelou)
Here at TLC, we believe that it is our responsibility to act and make change. Below is a collection of resources to help individuals learn more about fostering a culture of racial equity that is taught on every level and practiced in every way. Our list of links below includes a collection of articles, books, videos and other resources to support you. This list is not intended to be exhaustive, but ever-evolving; We will continue to add resources as they are appropriately evaluated.
ASL Resources
- I Have a Right to be a Child (ASL Stories)
- Transformative Deaf Education (ASL Stories)
- American Society For Deaf Children - Racial Justice Resources
- A is for Activist (ASL Stories)
Short Articles
- Black Father Answers Tough Questions From His Son
- How do Families Talk to their Children About Racism?
- Teaching your kids not to “see” race is a terrible idea
- Empowering Young People in the Aftermath of Hate (In English and en Español)
- Supporting Positive Racial Identity Development in Black Children
- How to Explain Black-Led Protests to Kids and Teach Them to Become Activists, Too
- 7 Steps to Raising Inclusive Kids
- How to Talk Honestly with Kids About Racism
- Talking Tips for Black Parents Discussing the Riots
- Mental Health Resources for BIPOC
- Understanding Race and Privilege
- Talking to Young Children About Race and Racism (PBSKids)
Books to Read
- 20 Children's Books to Help Foster Conversations about Race
- Anti-Bias Education for Young Children and Ourselves, Second Edition
- 33 Picture Books Featuring Black Female Protagonists
- Children's Books Celebrating Black Boys
- 14 Anti-Racists Books for Kids and Teens Recommended by BIPOC Teachers and Librarians
- How to Be an Anti-Racist