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Talking About Race

Today’s headlines and the Black Lives Matter movement make it clear: It’s more important now than ever to have healthy, ongoing conversations with our children about race and racism in our country. In this space, Metro Parent is focused on giving you resources, perspectives and advice to start creating change where it matters: right in your own home.

Talking About Race

AAPI-Owned Businesses in Ann Arbor and Metro Detroit

Amanda Rahn -
Supporting local minority-owned businesses is a great way to raise kids who are anti-racist. Here, we offer you a list of 11 AAPI-owned business to shop at.
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30 AAPI Books for Kids of All Ages

Hillary Bird -
Introduce your kids to the Asian American Pacific Island cultures with books right at their reading level.
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Anti-Racism Videos to Watch with Your Kids

Katina Beniaris -
An important piece of raising kids who are anti-racist is incorporating messages of anti-racism into the media they enjoy. These anti-racist videos will help you do just that.
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How to Address Racism in Kids’ Books and Movies

Hillary Bird -
Sometimes kids' media isn't as sweet as it seems and feature instances of intolerance. Here's what to do if you encounter racism in kids' books and movies.
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25 #OwnVoices Books for Kids

Hillary Bird -
The #OwnVoices movement showcases books that feature characters of color written by people that share the character's identity. Here are 25 kids' books that are a part of the movement.
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Diverse Music Artists for Kids

Katina Beniaris -
Expanding our kids' media to include creators of different ethnicities is an important piece in raising them to be anti-racist. Here are 13 diverse music artists for kids to add to your playlists.
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What Kamala Harris Means to a Local Black Mom

Mori K. Anderson -
A Detroit mom of two talks Kamala Harris and what the swearing in of the first Black woman Vice President means to her family.
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5 Problematic Disney+ Movies You Need to Talk to Your Kids About

Christina Clark -
Not all the classic Disney movies are sunshine and rainbows. Here are five problematic Disney+ movies that feature scenes, characters or storylines you need to talk to your kids about.
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10 Service Projects to Try at Home for MLK Day

Metro Parent Editorial -
Celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. from home this year with these MLK Day service project ideas.
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Books to Read During Black History Month

Metro Parent Editorial -
February is Black History Month and the perfect time to read books about Black people that made history. Here are some of our favorite picks.
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Why Parents Took Their Kids to Black Lives Matter Protests

Christina Clark -
Protests are important catalysts for change and can also serve as a learning experience for kids. We caught up with two moms who took their kids to BLM protests to find out why.
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Kid-Friendly Podcasts That Discuss Race and Diversity

Metro Parent Editorial -
Kid-friendly podcasts that talk about race and diversity are a great resource for parents looking to raise anti-racists. Here are five of our favorites.
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Family Fun Things to Do This Weekend in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

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Looking for some family fun virtual things to do while at home or as things open up? Check out our list of events and other things to do this weekend.
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Family Fun Things to Do At Home This Weekend in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor

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10 Examples of Patriotism That Parents Should Teach Their Kids

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What should American children know about our country, and how can parents instill patriotism for kids at their home? Teachers share these 10 examples of patriotism.
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What’s Happening at Cedar Point in 2020?

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