No Scrub: My Black Skin Makes Me Beautiful
Can a Black child change her skin color to white by scrubbing it with soap and water?
This was the ignorant and hurtful suggestion made by Jessie, who is white, to Ariana, who is Black, in a real-life incident at a preschool.
"If you scrub your hands with soap and water, you can be white like me,"
Jessie told Ariana.
What began as a painful moment for Ariana and her family became a powerful lesson in
identity, self-worth, belonging, Black beauty,
and
the
value of diversity.
A Must-Read for All Families, Children, and Educators
With vivid illustrations and heartfelt storytelling,
inspires readers to embrace
self-acceptance
and appreciate
diversity
. The preschool teacher's metaphor of crayons in a box -- each color contributing to the beauty of a picture -- teaches Jessie an important truth:
Our differences make the world vibrant and extraordinary.
Meticulously Designed Through Rigorous Research
Crafted through in-depth interviews, focus groups, and surveys with parents, teachers, and children, this book ensures authenticity and relatability.
What This Book Will Do for Your Child:
Boost Self-Worth:
Help children embrace and love who they are.
Encourage Understanding:
Foster appreciation for the uniqueness of others.
Promote Inclusivity:
Highlight the beauty of diversity and belonging.
Spark Positive Conversations:
Includes discussion questions and a classroom lesson plan to explore the book's themes more deeply.
Celebrate Black Beauty:
Instill pride in one's heritage and individuality.
Perfect for Readers Aged 4 and Up
Ideal for sparking conversations about
,
inclusion
, and
while
celebrating Black beauty
and inspiring pride in one's heritage.
Order Your Copy Today!
Join Ariana and Jessie on a transformative journey of
understanding
growth,
self-discovery
. Inspire the next generation to celebrate their unique beauty and the beauty of others!