Raising Black Children
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Book Overview
Two of America's most trusted and respected authorities on child care provide answers to nearly 1000 questions on the problem of raising African-American children. Along with the traditional demands of parenthood, today's parents must grapple with such daunting issues as drugs, AIDS, violence, and educational pressures. But black parents face an even more challenging task- they must actively combat negative messages of racism while teaching their children to succeed in a white-dominated culture. In this thorough guide to parenting, two noted child psychiatrists, both African-American, focus on the special concerns of black parents. They offer comprehensive advice on nearly 1,000 common childrearing questions, paying particular attention to such problems as building self-esteem and helping black children cope with the often unconscious racism and microaggressions of white society. Authoritative and comprehensive, Raising Black Children is an indispensable resource for every African-American family and for teachers of all races who seek to gain sensitivity to the needs of their black pupils. "Anecessary addition to all parenting and parent-teacher collections."-Linda Cullum, Library Journal
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0452268397
ISBN13:9780452268395
Release Date:November 1992
Publisher:Penguin Publishing Group
Length:448 Pages
Weight:1.11 lbs.
Dimensions:1.0" x 5.9" x 9.2"
Customer Reviews
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Raising Black Children is insightful.
Published by Michelle , 4 years ago
Everyone who has children in their life should read this book. It is knowledge that everyone should know. Understanding that kids are different and race and color does matter will help raise kids into adults that are not self centered. I love this book so much that it is now on my christmas list to give out as gifts.
Raising Black Children
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
I first read this book in 1992 when my daughter was 2 years old. I have found it to be a very useful tool in answering many of my questions with regards to the changes that she has gone through and the fears she may face as an eight year old. I also have an eleven year old son, who was having a problem controlling his anger. I referred to the book, and learned how to help my son understand the importance of controlled behavior, and alternative ways to express anger. I have also encouraged my son to read certain chapters in the book, to let him know that he is not alone in what he is feeling. I like the fact that this book deals with real life problems, and offers real solutions. My husband and I are parents who do not believe in spanking our children, it was a joy to read that the authors supported our views on the harms of spanking. I give away copies of this book to friends and famalies who ask me how we have been able to raise two, generous, kind and well behaved kids.
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