About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child begins asking why some people are treated differently or after witnessing a moment of unfairness on the playground. It serves as a gentle bridge into the complex history of civil rights, using the familiar structure of an alphabet book to define big concepts like justice, protest, and equality in a way that feels manageable for young minds. The book focuses on the emotional themes of resilience and hope, showing children that people have long worked together to make the world a fairer place. It is a helpful tool for parents who want to instill a sense of social responsibility and empathy in their children from an early age. By framing historical struggles through the lens of fairness, it transforms dense history into a series of relatable values and vocabulary words.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
It frames historical struggle as a quest for fairness, offering a hopeful and empowering resolution centered on the progress made and the work still to be done.
Ideal Reader
A preschooler or kindergartner who is beginning to understand fairness and unfairness, or who has expressed confusion about why people in history books were treated poorly. It is perfect for a child who loves learning new 'big words' and wants to understand the 'why' behind holidays like MLK Day.
