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JoCoLibrary - Race Reads - Preschool

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Race Project KC's recommendations for books exploring race issues in the United States.

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The Wall in the Middle of the Book

The Wall in the Middle of the Book

by Agee, Jon

Book - 2018

A knight who feels secure on his side of the wall that divides his book discovers that his side is not as safe as he thought, and the other side is not as threatening. A knight who feels secure on his side of the wall that divides his book discovers that his side is not as safe as he thought, and the other side is not as threatening. Show less

A knight who feels secure on his side of the wall that divides his book discovers that his side is not as safe as he thought, and the other side is not as threatening. A knight who feels secure on his side of the wall that divides his book discovers that his side is not as safe as he thought, and the other side is not as threatening. Show less

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Sometimes People March

Sometimes People March

by Allen, Tessa

Book - 2020

Highlights some of the rallying causes for organized marches throughout history. Highlights some of the rallying causes for organized marches throughout history. Show less

Highlights some of the rallying causes for organized marches throughout history. Highlights some of the rallying causes for organized marches throughout history. Show less

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I Wish You Knew

I Wish You Knew

by Azúa Kramer, Jackie

Book - 2021

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I Am Every Good Thing

I Am Every Good Thing

by Barnes, Derrick

Book - 2020

Illustrations and easy-to-read text pay homage to the strength, character, and worth of a child. Illustrations and easy-to-read text pay homage to the strength, character, and worth of a child. Show less

Illustrations and easy-to-read text pay homage to the strength, character, and worth of a child. Illustrations and easy-to-read text pay homage to the strength, character, and worth of a child. Show less

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The Big Umbrella

The Big Umbrella

by Bates, Amy June

Book - 2018

A spacious umbrella welcomes anyone and everyone who needs shelter from the rain. A spacious umbrella welcomes anyone and everyone who needs shelter from the rain. Show less

A spacious umbrella welcomes anyone and everyone who needs shelter from the rain. A spacious umbrella welcomes anyone and everyone who needs shelter from the rain. Show less

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The Truly Brave Princesses

The Truly Brave Princesses

by Brown, Dolores

Book - 2018

This gallery of princesses gives visibility to lot of women who do not fit with the traditional conception of a princess. Maybe it's time to realize that each and every one of us could be a princess. This gallery of princesses gives visibility to lot of women who do not fit with the traditional conception of a princess. Maybe it's time to realize that each and every one of us could be a princess. Show less

This gallery of princesses gives visibility to lot of women who do not fit with the traditional conception of a princess. Maybe it's time to realize that each and every one of us could be a princess. This gallery of princesses gives visibility to lot of women who do not fit with the traditional conception of a princess. Maybe it's time to realize that each and every one of us could be a princess. Show less

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Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match

Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match

Marisol McDonald No Combina

by Brown, Monica

Book - 2011

Marisol McDonald, a biracial, nonconformist, soccer-playing pirate-princess with brown skin and red hair, celebrates her uniqueness. Marisol McDonald, a biracial, nonconformist, soccer-playing pirate-princess with brown skin and red hair, celebrates her uniqueness. Show less

Marisol McDonald, a biracial, nonconformist, soccer-playing pirate-princess with brown skin and red hair, celebrates her uniqueness. Marisol McDonald, a biracial, nonconformist, soccer-playing pirate-princess with brown skin and red hair, celebrates her uniqueness. Show less

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Woke Baby

Woke Baby

by Browne, Mahogany L.

Book - 2018

This lyrical and empowering book is both a celebration of what it means to be a baby and what it means to be woke. This lyrical and empowering book is both a celebration of what it means to be a baby and what it means to be woke. Show less

This lyrical and empowering book is both a celebration of what it means to be a baby and what it means to be woke. This lyrical and empowering book is both a celebration of what it means to be a baby and what it means to be woke. Show less

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All Because You Matter

All Because You Matter

by Charles, Tami

Book - 2020

A lyrical, heart-lifting love letter to Black and Brown children everywhere reminds them how much they matter, that they have always mattered and they always will. A lyrical, heart-lifting love letter to Black and Brown children everywhere reminds them how much they matter, that they have always mattered and they always will. Show less

A lyrical, heart-lifting love letter to Black and Brown children everywhere reminds them how much they matter, that they have always mattered and they always will. A lyrical, heart-lifting love letter to Black and Brown children everywhere reminds them how much they matter, that they have always mattered and they always will. Show less

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Mixed

Mixed

A Colorful Story

by Chung, Arree

Book - 2018

Each believing that their hue is the best, the three primary colors live in separate parts of the city until Yellow and Blue meet, fall in love, and decide to mix. Each believing that their hue is the best, the three primary colors live in separate parts of the city until Yellow and Blue meet, fall in love, and decide to mix. Show less

Each believing that their hue is the best, the three primary colors live in separate parts of the city until Yellow and Blue meet, fall in love, and decide to mix. Each believing that their hue is the best, the three primary colors live in separate parts of the city until Yellow and Blue meet, fall in love, and decide to mix. Show less

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When We Say Black Lives Matter

When We Say Black Lives Matter

by Clarke, Maxine Beneba

Book - 2021

In this exuberant exploration of the Black Lives Matter motto, a loving narrator relays to a young Black child the strength and resonance behind the words. In this exuberant exploration of the Black Lives Matter motto, a loving narrator relays to a young Black child the strength and resonance behind the words. Show less

In this exuberant exploration of the Black Lives Matter motto, a loving narrator relays to a young Black child the strength and resonance behind the words. In this exuberant exploration of the Black Lives Matter motto, a loving narrator relays to a young Black child the strength and resonance behind the words. Show less

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Unspoken

Unspoken

A Story From the Underground Railroad

by Cole, Henry

Book - 2012

In this wordless picture book, a young Southern farm girl discovers a runaway slave hiding behind the corn crib in the barn and decides to help him. In this wordless picture book, a young Southern farm girl discovers a runaway slave hiding behind the corn crib in the barn and decides to help him. Show less

In this wordless picture book, a young Southern farm girl discovers a runaway slave hiding behind the corn crib in the barn and decides to help him. In this wordless picture book, a young Southern farm girl discovers a runaway slave hiding behind the corn crib in the barn and decides to help him. Show less

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Sharice's Big Voice

Sharice's Big Voice

A Native Kid Becomes A Congresswoman

by Davids, Sharice

Book - 2021

This picture book autobiography tells the triumphant story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress, and the first LG...Show more This picture book autobiography tells the triumphant story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress, and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas. When Sharice Davids was young, she never thought she'd be in Congress. And she never thought she'd be one of the first Native American women in Congress. During her campaign, she heard from a lot of doubters. They said she couldn't win because of how she looked, who she loved, and where she came from. But here's the thing: Everyone's path looks different and everyone's path has obstacles. And this is the remarkable story of Sharice Davids' path to Congress. Show less

This picture book autobiography tells the triumphant story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress, and the first LG...Show more This picture book autobiography tells the triumphant story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress, and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas. When Sharice Davids was young, she never thought she'd be in Congress. And she never thought she'd be one of the first Native American women in Congress. During her campaign, she heard from a lot of doubters. They said she couldn't win because of how she looked, who she loved, and where she came from. But here's the thing: Everyone's path looks different and everyone's path has obstacles. And this is the remarkable story of Sharice Davids' path to Congress. Show less

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Last Stop on Market Street

Last Stop on Market Street

by de la Peña, Matt

Book - 2015

A young boy, CJ, rides the bus across town with his grandmother and learns to appreciate the beauty in everyday things. A young boy, CJ, rides the bus across town with his grandmother and learns to appreciate the beauty in everyday things. Show less

A young boy, CJ, rides the bus across town with his grandmother and learns to appreciate the beauty in everyday things. A young boy, CJ, rides the bus across town with his grandmother and learns to appreciate the beauty in everyday things. Show less

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Equality's Call

Equality's Call

The Story of Voting Rights in America

by Diesen, Deborah

Book - 2020

A powerful look at the evolution of voting rights in the United States, from our nation's founding to the present day. A powerful look at the evolution of voting rights in the United States, from our nation's founding to the present day. Show less

A powerful look at the evolution of voting rights in the United States, from our nation's founding to the present day. A powerful look at the evolution of voting rights in the United States, from our nation's founding to the present day. Show less

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Chocolate Me!

Chocolate Me!

by Diggs, Taye

Book - 2011

Relates the experiences of a dark-skinned, curly-haired child who wishes he could look more like the lighter-skinned children in his community until his mother helps him realize how wonderful he is inside and out. Relates the experiences of a dark-skinned, curly-haired child who wishes he could look more like the lighter-skinned children in his community until his mother helps him realize how wonderful he is inside and out. Show less

Relates the experiences of a dark-skinned, curly-haired child who wishes he could look more like the lighter-skinned children in his community until his mother helps him realize how wonderful he is inside and out. Relates the experiences of a dark-skinned, curly-haired child who wishes he could look more like the lighter-skinned children in his community until his mother helps him realize how wonderful he is inside and out. Show less

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Why

Why

A Conversation About Race

by Diggs, Taye

Book - 2021

Why? is a question asked by children daily, and in this striking and timely story, it begins a straightforward and challenging conversation between childr...Show more Why? is a question asked by children daily, and in this striking and timely story, it begins a straightforward and challenging conversation between children of color and the adults in their lives. Why are the buildings burning? Why are people marching? Why are they crying? Taye Diggs has written a beautiful, powerful, and poignant story that peers through the eyes of a child as they struggle to understand why these events are happening. Why? distills the conversations many children and adults are having about race, injustice, and anger in communities throughout our country, and gives them context that young readers can connect with. Heartfelt and deeply piercing illustrations from Shane W. Evans will leave a lasting impact on readers of any age. One that will hopefully lead to more conversations, change, and peace within our own communities and the world. Show less

Why? is a question asked by children daily, and in this striking and timely story, it begins a straightforward and challenging conversation between childr...Show more Why? is a question asked by children daily, and in this striking and timely story, it begins a straightforward and challenging conversation between children of color and the adults in their lives. Why are the buildings burning? Why are people marching? Why are they crying? Taye Diggs has written a beautiful, powerful, and poignant story that peers through the eyes of a child as they struggle to understand why these events are happening. Why? distills the conversations many children and adults are having about race, injustice, and anger in communities throughout our country, and gives them context that young readers can connect with. Heartfelt and deeply piercing illustrations from Shane W. Evans will leave a lasting impact on readers of any age. One that will hopefully lead to more conversations, change, and peace within our own communities and the world. Show less

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The Smeds and the Smoos

The Smeds and the Smoos

by Donaldson, Julia

Book - 2020

The Smeds (who are red) never mix with the Smoos (who are blue). So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love, their families strongly disapprove. But peace...Show more The Smeds (who are red) never mix with the Smoos (who are blue). So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love, their families strongly disapprove. But peace is restored and love conquers all in this happiest of love stories. There's even a gorgeous purple baby to celebrate! Show less

The Smeds (who are red) never mix with the Smoos (who are blue). So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love, their families strongly disapprove. But peace...Show more The Smeds (who are red) never mix with the Smoos (who are blue). So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love, their families strongly disapprove. But peace is restored and love conquers all in this happiest of love stories. There's even a gorgeous purple baby to celebrate! Show less

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Magnificent Homespun Brown

Magnificent Homespun Brown

A Celebration

by Doyon, Samara Cole

Book - 2020

Joyful young narrators celebrate feeling at home in one's own skin. Joyful young narrators celebrate feeling at home in one's own skin. Show less

Joyful young narrators celebrate feeling at home in one's own skin. Joyful young narrators celebrate feeling at home in one's own skin. Show less

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All of Us

All of Us

by Erskine, Kathryn

Book - 2021

Friends can help us understand the world and ourselves, opening our eyes to unique cultures and ideas. In a story that travels the globe, it's easy to see how the world is a community made up of people who are more similar than we are different. Friends can help us understand the world and ourselves, opening our eyes to unique cultures and ideas. In a story that travels the globe, it's easy to see how the world is a community made up of people who are more similar than we are different. Show less

Friends can help us understand the world and ourselves, opening our eyes to unique cultures and ideas. In a story that travels the globe, it's easy to see how the world is a community made up of people who are more similar than we are different. Friends can help us understand the world and ourselves, opening our eyes to unique cultures and ideas. In a story that travels the globe, it's easy to see how the world is a community made up of people who are more similar than we are different. Show less

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Underground

Underground

by Evans, Shane

Book - 2011

A stellar introduction to the Underground Railroad, narrated by a group of slaves. Readers experience the fugitives' escape, their long nighttime journey ...Show more A stellar introduction to the Underground Railroad, narrated by a group of slaves. Readers experience the fugitives' escape, their long nighttime journey punctuated by meetings with friends and enemies, and their final glorious arrival in a place of freedom. Show less

A stellar introduction to the Underground Railroad, narrated by a group of slaves. Readers experience the fugitives' escape, their long nighttime journey ...Show more A stellar introduction to the Underground Railroad, narrated by a group of slaves. Readers experience the fugitives' escape, their long nighttime journey punctuated by meetings with friends and enemies, and their final glorious arrival in a place of freedom. Show less

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David's Drawings

David's Drawings

by Falwell, Cathryn

Book - 2001

A shy African American boy makes friends with his classmates by drawing a picture of a tree. A shy African American boy makes friends with his classmates by drawing a picture of a tree. Show less

A shy African American boy makes friends with his classmates by drawing a picture of a tree. A shy African American boy makes friends with his classmates by drawing a picture of a tree. Show less

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Honeysmoke

Honeysmoke

A Story of Finding your Color

by Fields, Monique

Book - 2019

A young biracial girl searches for the perfect color word to describe herself. A young biracial girl searches for the perfect color word to describe herself. Show less

A young biracial girl searches for the perfect color word to describe herself. A young biracial girl searches for the perfect color word to describe herself. Show less

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Ribbit!

Ribbit!

by Folgueira, Rodrigo

Book - 2012

When a pig visits a frog pond, sits on a rock, and says only "Ribbit!", news spreads fast but only the wise old beetle has an explanation. When a pig visits a frog pond, sits on a rock, and says only "Ribbit!", news spreads fast but only the wise old beetle has an explanation. Show less

When a pig visits a frog pond, sits on a rock, and says only "Ribbit!", news spreads fast but only the wise old beetle has an explanation. When a pig visits a frog pond, sits on a rock, and says only "Ribbit!", news spreads fast but only the wise old beetle has an explanation. Show less

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Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes

Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes

by Fox, Mem

Book - 2008

Rhyming text compares babies born in different places and in different circumstances, but they all share the commonality of ten little fingers and ten little toes. Rhyming text compares babies born in different places and in different circumstances, but they all share the commonality of ten little fingers and ten little toes. Show less

Rhyming text compares babies born in different places and in different circumstances, but they all share the commonality of ten little fingers and ten little toes. Rhyming text compares babies born in different places and in different circumstances, but they all share the commonality of ten little fingers and ten little toes. Show less

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