Review of How to Teach Your Children About Racism

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "How to Teach Your Children About Racism" by Uchenna Lizmay Umeh.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Given the numerous accounts of black people being discriminated against in America, Uchenna Lizmay Umeh, a black mother, found such outrageous acts repugnant and decided to write this book. "How to Teach Your Kids About Racism: A Letter from a Black Mother to White Parents (Dr. Lulu's "How To" Series Book 2)" is a heartfelt account from this author about how racism is a real part of American society and how to keep it out of the minds of future generations.
 
I enjoyed how simple and straightforward this book was. The author began it in a structured manner, moving from one point to the next, allowing her to transition seamlessly between her messages. She began by thoroughly explaining her thoughts on the subject, allowing me to understand her perspective and how racism affects the black population in America. I believe this was an important aspect because, in order to fully appreciate this book, one must first understand the problem, which was accomplished with this.
 
There was a genuine outpouring of emotion, particularly in sections where she expresses concern for her sons' safety. It described how she felt uneasy whenever her sons left the house for fear of being falsely accused or subjected to racial profiling. This aspect was also aided by the book's structure, which allowed it to flow naturally, as well as her extensive vocabulary, which demonstrated her command of the English language. All of these factors contribute to the ease and value of reading this book.
 
This book contains the author's own 21 commandments, which she suggests white parents adopt and teach their children to combat racial bias. While admirable, I discovered that some of them were similar and could have been combined to make the presentation more streamlined. Some of those commandments would also benefit from a more detailed explanation, as they felt dry and bloated at times. More research in those areas would be beneficial. Finally, the presence of errors and editing inconsistencies detracted from my overall enjoyment of the book.
 
As a result of all of this, I give this book a 4 out of 5, deducting one star for the negative aspects I mentioned. This book's well-organized structure, combined with its underlying message, makes it an excellent guide for those who intend to put it into practice. As a recommendation, I believe that any open-minded adult would enjoy this because it would help them treat people of different races with more empathy and understanding.

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How to Teach Your Children About Racism
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[Sandre Lamar]

"How to Teach Your Kids About Racism” by Uchenna Lizmay Umeh is a heartfelt and informative guide. The author’s straightforward approach and emotional depth make it a valuable resource for understanding and fighting racism. I highly recommend this book to parents, educators, and anyone interested in promoting racial understanding and teaching children about the importance of diversity and empathy.

[Areena David]

Reading this type of book contributes to expanding your mental and humanistic horizons, and helps build bridges of understanding and empathy across cultures and races, making it essential and beneficial reading in today's diverse and multicultural world.

[Anthony Caleb]

I once read that racism is taught and not natural and that is true, the better less racism in America, the better.