Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children

Welcome to today's episode, where we're delving into a topic that hits close to home for many of us the experiences of Black children in our educational systems.

Hosts Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass (Valerie) and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes (Sheretta) are joined by a special guest, Desiree Tucker, a valued member of their parent joy circle who brought this important topic.

As parents, caregivers, and educators, it's crucial to understand the challenges Black children face in schools, including the often subtle but impactful microaggressions they encounter.

In this episode, they explore:

• Defining microaggressions and understanding how they differ from more overt forms of racism or discrimination.
• Examining the everyday reality for Black children in schools and how microaggressions affect their academics and overall well-being.
• Sharing personal experiences and stories to shed light on how Black children encounter these subtle forms of prejudice in educational settings.
• Discussing steps educators and school administrators can take to address and minimize the effects of microaggressions on Black students.
• Exploring ways to challenge and dismantle harmful societal attitudes and stereotypes to create safer spaces for Black children in schools.
• Providing guidance for parents and caregivers on how to support their Black children facing microaggressions at school and advocate effectively within the education system.
• Generating solutions for schools to create more inclusive and supportive environments where Black students can thrive academically and socially despite facing microaggressions.

Join us as we navigate this crucial conversation, offering insights, personal experiences, and actionable strategies to create a more equitable educational experience for Black children.

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On today's episode, we're joined by Takari Tatum and his grandmother, Gwendolyn, to discuss The Rubber Band Mentality. Takari explains how he conceptualized using rubber band bracelets to address mental health concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also talks about how he's helping children cope with mental health issues and shares details about his new book, "Snap It." Gwendolyn discusses the importance of supporting her child's advocacy and provides insights on how parents can inspire their children to pursue meaningful initiatives. The conversation explores the positive changes that have emerged from The Rubberband Mentality, which has had a significant impact on the lives of others.

To learn more about The Rubberband Mentality and get involved, listeners can visit their website at https://therubberbandmentality.com/.

Books can serve as a powerful tool in raising children who are aware of their history and joyful, resilient, and deeply connected to their heritage. On todays episode, we explore the powerful middle-grade novel, KIN: ROOTED IN HOPE, by award-winning author Carole Boston Weatherford and illustrator Jeffery Weatherford. 

During the conversation, Carole and Jeffery share the inspiration behind the book, the poetic forms used to write the book, working together, and how Kin addresses essential themes, heritage, and storytelling.

This episode was produced by Jacqueline Douge and edited by Manuel Simon.

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