About the book
\"This wonderful book should be a first choice for all collections and is strongly recommended as a springboard for discussions about differences.” —School Library Journal (starred review)
In this acclaimed book, the author of the Newbery Honor Book To Be a Slave shares his own story as he explores what makes each of us special. A strong choice for sharing at home or in the classroom.
Karen Barbour's dramatic, vibrant paintings speak to the heart of Lester's unique vision, truly a celebration of all of us. \"This stunning picture book introduces race as just one of many chapters in a person's story\" (School Library Journal). \"Lester's poignant picture book helps children learn, grow, discuss, and begin to create a future that resolves differences\" (Children's Literature).
Julius Lester said: \"I write because our lives are stories. If enough of these stories are told, then perhaps we will begin to see that our lives are the same story. The differences are merely in the details.\"
I am a story. So are you. So is everyone.
Editions of Let's Talk About Race
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780064462266
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062200419
Read an Excerpt
\"This wonderful book should be a first choice for all collections and is strongly recommended as a springboard for discussions about differences.” —School Library Journal (starred review)
In this acclaimed book, the author of the Newbery Honor Book To Be a Slave shares his own story as he explores what makes each of us special. A strong choice for sharing at home or in the classroom.
Karen Barbour's dramatic, vibrant paintings speak to the heart of Lester's unique vision, truly a celebration of all of us. \"This stunning picture book introduces race as just one of many chapters in a person's story\" (School Library Journal). \"Lester's poignant picture book helps children learn, grow, discuss, and begin to create a future that resolves differences\" (Children's Literature).
Julius Lester said: \"I write because our lives are stories. If enough of these stories are told, then perhaps we will begin to see that our lives are the same story. The differences are merely in the details.\"
I am a story. So are you. So is everyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Let's Talk About Race about?
\"This wonderful book should be a first choice for all collections and is strongly recommended as a springboard for discussions about differences.” —School Library Journal (starred review)
In this acclaimed book, the author of the Newbery Honor Book To Be a Slave shares his own story as he explores what makes each of us special. A strong choice for sharing at home or in the classroom.
Karen Barbour's dramatic, vibrant paintings speak to the heart of Lester's unique vision, truly a celebration of all of us. \"This stunning picture book introduces race as just one of many chapters in a person's story\" (School Library Journal). \"Lester's poignant picture book helps children learn, grow, discuss, and begin to create a future that resolves differences\" (Children's Literature).
Julius Lester said: \"I write because our lives are stories. If enough of these stories are told, then perhaps we will begin to see that our lives are the same story. The differences are merely in the details.\"
I am a story. So are you. So is everyone.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Let's Talk About Race?
Society and Social Sciences > Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy > Teaching skills and techniques > Teaching of reading, writing and numeracy
Where can I read a sample of Let's Talk About Race?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780064462266
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Let's Talk About Race?
Julius Lester
Who is the Publisher of the book Let's Talk About Race?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Let's Talk About Race is available as paperback(ISBN 9780064462266) and ebook(ISBN 9780062200419)
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