Students need to see themselves and their peers in the books they read, and to engage with varying viewpoints. How can educators create a safe and nurturing space that inspires young children to explore diversity and ask curious questions?
In Rebellious Read Alouds, author Vera Ahiyya--beloved by educators worldwide as The Tutu Teacher (@thetututeacher and @diversereads on Instagram)--empowers teachers to encourage classroom conversations about important and culturally relevant topics using daily read alouds as an entry point. Presenting a broad range of read aloud lessons around current, diverse picture books that can ignite deep conversations and learning about self, others, and the world, this wise and joyful guide prepares educators to tackle "hushed topics" with young children. It includes:
Spark the rebellious reader inside you and lead your students toward creating a more just and equitable world.