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SJPL Recommends: Antiracist Books for Grades 6-8

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Books for children in grades 6-8 to support empathy and build understanding around issues of race, identity, systemic racism, and activism. Selected by SJPL Librarians.

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15 items

15 items

The Talk

The Talk

Conversations About Race, Love & Truth

Book - 2020

Thirty diverse and award-winning authors and illustrators capture frank discussions about racism, identity, and self-esteem. Thirty diverse and award-winning authors and illustrators capture frank discussions about racism, identity, and self-esteem. Show less

Thirty diverse and award-winning authors and illustrators capture frank discussions about racism, identity, and self-esteem. Thirty diverse and award-winning authors and illustrators capture frank discussions about racism, identity, and self-esteem. Show less

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This Book Is Anti-racist

This Book Is Anti-racist

by Jewell, Tiffany

Book - 2020

This book is written for the young person who doesn't know how to speak up to the racist adults in their life. It is written so children and young adults...Show more This book is written for the young person who doesn't know how to speak up to the racist adults in their life. It is written so children and young adults will feel empowered to stand up to the adults who continue to close doors in their faces. This book will give them the language and ability to understand racism and a drive to undo it. In short, it is for everyone. Show less

This book is written for the young person who doesn't know how to speak up to the racist adults in their life. It is written so children and young adults...Show more This book is written for the young person who doesn't know how to speak up to the racist adults in their life. It is written so children and young adults will feel empowered to stand up to the adults who continue to close doors in their faces. This book will give them the language and ability to understand racism and a drive to undo it. In short, it is for everyone. Show less

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It's Trevor Noah

It's Trevor Noah

Born A Crime : Stories From A South African Childhood

by Noah, Trevor

Book - 2019

The comedian traces his coming of age during the twilight of apartheid in South Africa and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed, offering insight into the farcical aspects of the political and social systems of today's world. The comedian traces his coming of age during the twilight of apartheid in South Africa and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed, offering insight into the farcical aspects of the political and social systems of today's world. Show less

The comedian traces his coming of age during the twilight of apartheid in South Africa and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed, offering insight into the farcical aspects of the political and social systems of today's world. The comedian traces his coming of age during the twilight of apartheid in South Africa and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed, offering insight into the farcical aspects of the political and social systems of today's world. Show less

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Count Me in

Count Me in

by Bajaj, Varsha

Book - 2019

Told from two viewpoints, sixth-graders Karina and Chris use social media to stand up to racism in Houston, Texas, after an attack puts Karina's Indian American grandfather in the hospital. Told from two viewpoints, sixth-graders Karina and Chris use social media to stand up to racism in Houston, Texas, after an attack puts Karina's Indian American grandfather in the hospital. Show less

Told from two viewpoints, sixth-graders Karina and Chris use social media to stand up to racism in Houston, Texas, after an attack puts Karina's Indian American grandfather in the hospital. Told from two viewpoints, sixth-graders Karina and Chris use social media to stand up to racism in Houston, Texas, after an attack puts Karina's Indian American grandfather in the hospital. Show less

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What Lane?

What Lane?

by Maldonado, Torrey

Book - 2020

Biracial sixth-grader Stephen questions the limitations society puts on him after he notices the way strangers treat him when he hangs out with his white friends and learns about the Black Lives Matter movement. Biracial sixth-grader Stephen questions the limitations society puts on him after he notices the way strangers treat him when he hangs out with his white friends and learns about the Black Lives Matter movement. Show less

Biracial sixth-grader Stephen questions the limitations society puts on him after he notices the way strangers treat him when he hangs out with his white friends and learns about the Black Lives Matter movement. Biracial sixth-grader Stephen questions the limitations society puts on him after he notices the way strangers treat him when he hangs out with his white friends and learns about the Black Lives Matter movement. Show less

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The Boy on the Wooden Box

The Boy on the Wooden Box

How the Impossible Became Possible... on Schindler's List

by Leyson, Leon

Book - 2013

Traces the story of Holocaust survivor Leon Leyson, who was the youngest child in his family and possibly the youngest of the hundreds of Jews rescued by Oskar Schindler. Traces the story of Holocaust survivor Leon Leyson, who was the youngest child in his family and possibly the youngest of the hundreds of Jews rescued by Oskar Schindler. Show less

Traces the story of Holocaust survivor Leon Leyson, who was the youngest child in his family and possibly the youngest of the hundreds of Jews rescued by Oskar Schindler. Traces the story of Holocaust survivor Leon Leyson, who was the youngest child in his family and possibly the youngest of the hundreds of Jews rescued by Oskar Schindler. Show less

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Ghost Boys

Ghost Boys

by Rhodes, Jewell Parker

Book - 2019

After seventh-grader Jerome is shot by a police officer who mistakes his toy gun for a real threat, he observes the aftermath of his death and meets the ghosts of other fallen black boys including historical figure Emmett Till. After seventh-grader Jerome is shot by a police officer who mistakes his toy gun for a real threat, he observes the aftermath of his death and meets the ghosts of other fallen black boys including historical figure Emmett Till. Show less

After seventh-grader Jerome is shot by a police officer who mistakes his toy gun for a real threat, he observes the aftermath of his death and meets the ghosts of other fallen black boys including historical figure Emmett Till. After seventh-grader Jerome is shot by a police officer who mistakes his toy gun for a real threat, he observes the aftermath of his death and meets the ghosts of other fallen black boys including historical figure Emmett Till. Show less

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We Are Power

We Are Power

How Nonviolent Activism Changes the World

by Hasak-Lowy, Todd

Book - 2020

Brings to light the incredible individuals who have used nonviolent activism to change the world. Brings to light the incredible individuals who have used nonviolent activism to change the world. Show less

Brings to light the incredible individuals who have used nonviolent activism to change the world. Brings to light the incredible individuals who have used nonviolent activism to change the world. Show less

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Stamped

Stamped

Racism, Antiracism, and You

by Reynolds, Jason

Book - 2020

A history of racist and antiracist ideas in America, from their roots in Europe until today, adapted from the National Book Award winner Stamped from the Beginning. A history of racist and antiracist ideas in America, from their roots in Europe until today, adapted from the National Book Award winner Stamped from the Beginning. Show less

A history of racist and antiracist ideas in America, from their roots in Europe until today, adapted from the National Book Award winner Stamped from the Beginning. A history of racist and antiracist ideas in America, from their roots in Europe until today, adapted from the National Book Award winner Stamped from the Beginning. Show less

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A Good Kind of Trouble

A Good Kind of Trouble

by Ramée, Lisa Moore

Book - 2019

After attending a powerful protest, Shayla starts wearing an armband to school to support the Black Lives Matter movement, but when the school gives her an ultimatum, she is forced to choose between her education and her identity. After attending a powerful protest, Shayla starts wearing an armband to school to support the Black Lives Matter movement, but when the school gives her an ultimatum, she is forced to choose between her education and her identity. Show less

After attending a powerful protest, Shayla starts wearing an armband to school to support the Black Lives Matter movement, but when the school gives her an ultimatum, she is forced to choose between her education and her identity. After attending a powerful protest, Shayla starts wearing an armband to school to support the Black Lives Matter movement, but when the school gives her an ultimatum, she is forced to choose between her education and her identity. Show less

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All American Boys

All American Boys

by Reynolds, Jason

Book - 2015

When sixteen-year-old Rashad is mistakenly accused of stealing, classmate Quinn witnesses his brutal beating at the hands of a police officer who happens ...Show more When sixteen-year-old Rashad is mistakenly accused of stealing, classmate Quinn witnesses his brutal beating at the hands of a police officer who happens to be the older brother of his best friend. Told through Rashad and Quinn's alternating viewpoints. Show less

When sixteen-year-old Rashad is mistakenly accused of stealing, classmate Quinn witnesses his brutal beating at the hands of a police officer who happens ...Show more When sixteen-year-old Rashad is mistakenly accused of stealing, classmate Quinn witnesses his brutal beating at the hands of a police officer who happens to be the older brother of his best friend. Told through Rashad and Quinn's alternating viewpoints. Show less

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We Rise, We Resist, We Raise Our Voices

We Rise, We Resist, We Raise Our Voices

Book - 2018

A collection of art, essays, letters, poems, and stories celebrates standing up against prejudice and racism. A collection of art, essays, letters, poems, and stories celebrates standing up against prejudice and racism. Show less

A collection of art, essays, letters, poems, and stories celebrates standing up against prejudice and racism. A collection of art, essays, letters, poems, and stories celebrates standing up against prejudice and racism. Show less

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Red, White, and Whole

Red, White, and Whole

by LaRocca, Rajani

Book - 2021

Reha feels torn between two worlds: school, where she's the only Indian American student, and home, with her family's traditions and holidays. Reha feels torn between two worlds: school, where she's the only Indian American student, and home, with her family's traditions and holidays. Show less

Reha feels torn between two worlds: school, where she's the only Indian American student, and home, with her family's traditions and holidays. Reha feels torn between two worlds: school, where she's the only Indian American student, and home, with her family's traditions and holidays. Show less

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Dolores Huerta Stands Strong

Dolores Huerta Stands Strong

The Woman Who Demanded Justice

by Brill, Marlene Targ

Book - 2018

Follows Huerta's life from the mining communities of the Southwest where her father toiled, to the vineyards and fields of California, and across the coun...Show more Follows Huerta's life from the mining communities of the Southwest where her father toiled, to the vineyards and fields of California, and across the country to the present day. As she worked for fair treatment for others, Dolores earned the nation's highest honors. More important, she found her voice. Show less

Follows Huerta's life from the mining communities of the Southwest where her father toiled, to the vineyards and fields of California, and across the coun...Show more Follows Huerta's life from the mining communities of the Southwest where her father toiled, to the vineyards and fields of California, and across the country to the present day. As she worked for fair treatment for others, Dolores earned the nation's highest honors. More important, she found her voice. Show less

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The Stars Beneath Our Feet

The Stars Beneath Our Feet

by Moore, David Barclay

Book - 2017

Unable to celebrate the holidays in the wake of his older brother's death in a gang-related shooting, Lolly Rachpaul struggles to avoid being forced into ...Show more Unable to celebrate the holidays in the wake of his older brother's death in a gang-related shooting, Lolly Rachpaul struggles to avoid being forced into a gang himself while constructing a fantastically creative LEGO city at the Harlem community center. Show less

Unable to celebrate the holidays in the wake of his older brother's death in a gang-related shooting, Lolly Rachpaul struggles to avoid being forced into ...Show more Unable to celebrate the holidays in the wake of his older brother's death in a gang-related shooting, Lolly Rachpaul struggles to avoid being forced into a gang himself while constructing a fantastically creative LEGO city at the Harlem community center. Show less

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