There have been so many conversations about representation over the last few years, but sometimes we miss talking about the significance of representation in children’s books. In this episode, we’re sharing our journey to becoming authors and publishers of multicultural children’s books to help our children expand their views of the world and become strong, excited readers.
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Some key takeaways from this episode include:
Both of us felt called to write racially and culturally diverse children’s books after we struggled to find them for our own kids. We not only wanted more stories with characters that looked like our children, we wanted to share stories that represented multiple races and cultures.
There is cultural significance to empowering our children with reading skills and encouraging them to love the experience of reading. Instead of using reading as a punishment, make it a fun experience for your kids.
Our children are observing and making their own inferences about themselves and people who look like them whether you are talking to them about it or not. Showing them positive stories with diverse representation can help them make positive inferences about themselves and the world around them.
Mothers are the queens of the castle, but let’s be real: it’s not all ball gowns and glass slippers. On this podcast, we’re giving you a peek Behind the Throne at the privilege and responsibility of wearing the crown. Hosted by Helen Hope Kimbrough - a proud wife and mom of two adult sons - and Charlitta Hatch, a proud wife, married to her high school sweetheart, and a proud mom of two little ones. Get ready as we share jewels with each other and you around all things connected to motherhood!
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