MEMBERSHIP adorably-rhymed book , little ones can enjoy the brilliant pictures as their parents read to them about Dr . Kendi ’ s “ nine steps to make equity a reality ” for little ones , including using their words to talk about race , and seeing all skin colors .
“ Ada Twist , Scientist ” by Andrea Beaty . A series that helps promote more diverse representation in STEM fields , featuring a bright eight-year-old scientist who is Black , female , and neurodivergent .
“ My Brother Martin : A Sister Remembers Growing Up with the Rev . Dr . Martin Luther King Jr .” by Christine King Farris . Farris , who is 94 years old and resides locally , tells of her mischievous , motivated baby brother before he became the historic figure kids learn about in school .
“ The Everybody Club ” by Nancy Loewen and Linda Hayen . Based on a real “ Everybody Club ” that was the creation of co-author Nancy Loewen ’ s daughter Carissa . Carissa inspired everyone to make everyone feel included after observing how her younger brother with cerebral palsy was excluded from activities .
“ I Dissent : Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark ” by Debbie Levy . This biographical picture book about the life of RBG is a great choice for the loved ones of lawyers – through the story of the pioneer Supreme Court Justice .
“ Daddy , Papa , and Me ” by Lesléa Newman . Recommended by Carlos Colόn-Machargo ( Ogletree Deakins ) who told us about this cute board book featuring a toddler ’ s happy day with their loving dads is his son ’ s favorite .
“ Sulwe ” by Lupita Nyong ’ o . In the book , little Sulwe feels excluded as a result of her darker skin , particularly in comparison to her sister ’ s lighter skin . Sulwe goes on a magical journey in her dreams that helps her overcome her insecurities .
“ Fauja Singh Keeps Going : The True Story of the Oldest Person to Ever Run a Marathon ” by Simran Jeet Singh . Recommended by Emily C . Ward ( Smith Gambrell & Russell LLP ), who gave it as a gift for a friend ’ s daughter and received rave reviews .
“ Just Ask ! Be Different , Be Brave , Be You ” by United States Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor . We received multiple recommendations ( including from Retired Eleventh Circuit Judge Beverly Martin and in-house attorney at Assurant Chris Fox ) , for Justice Sotomayor ’ s 2019 children ’ s book , in which the sitting Supreme Court Justice draws on her experience with juvenile diabetes to highlight that many of the unique challenges we face that make us different also give us unique strengths .
“ It Feels Good to Be Yourself : A Book About Gender Identity ” by Theresa Thorn . In the book ’ s Author ’ s Note , Theresa Thorn tells readers that she wanted to give her daughter a book “ in which she could see herself ,” that “ reflected her back without judgment ” and “ to give that experience to all kids .”
“ Amy in the Rain : How She Overcame Her Fears ” by Dr . Aurelie Weinstein . Dr . Weinstein , a developmental psychologist , wrote this book suitable for ages 5-10 , which includes a little bit of fairy magic to gently guide children toward overcoming their anxieties and phobias .
“ Big Words for Small Kids : The ABC Book ” by Dr . Keshius Williams . Dr . Williams ’ newest book helps young children absorb positive messages while building vocabulary using words you don ’ t typically see when teaching the alphabet .
We hope members of the Atlanta Bar will find our suggestions useful . Please send your submissions or ideas to editorial board member Bonnie Levine , at bonnie @ verselegal . com .
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