Books can be a great way to learn and increase understanding. They can be a wonderful way to raise awareness and begin conversations
It is crucially important that children have opportunities to see themselves reflected in the books that they read, that they can identify with the characters.
Book for adults to read
Lambeth Libraries:
- Black Lives Matter Lambeth Library search
- Lambeth Libraries supports Black Lives Matter with a list of recommended books to read – Brixton Buzz.
Books to read with children
Consider which ones would suit the ages of the children in your care:
- Book lists for children: 24 Books with Black Protagonists by Black Authors All Kids Should Read
- Black Lives Matter: Book lists for ages 0-16+ | National Literacy Trust
- Black Lives & Black History Children's Books | BooksForTopics
Don’t forget your local libraries – they are free and offer a wide range of books and music. They also offer story sessions: Our Libraries - Lambeth
Local bookseller, Book Love, stocks a wide range of books and other resources: Anti-racist Books | BookLove Multicultural Travelling Book Carnival (thisisbooklove.com)