Itâs National Hispanic Heritage Month, and Caribu is featuring a special category highlighting Hispanic culture, history, and heroes. While Hispanic Heritage month is a U.S. celebration, it is a chance to learn about Hispanic communities across the globe, each with distinct flavors and traditions. Take this opportunity to explore what makes different Hispanic communities unique, to take pride in Spanish language expression, and to celebrate the successes of Hispanic and Latino leaders and innovators. Here are some of our favorite books and activities for Hispanic Heritage Month to share with your family and friends in a Caribu Call.
Fearless Trailblazer: Naibe Reynoso’s Books Celebrate Hispanic Heritage On Caribu
16 Sep
Naibe Reynoso is a multi-Emmy award winning journalist, producer, and host who launched her own publishing company, Con Todo Press, when she decided to write childrenâs books. Reynoso, who is Mexican-American, was born and raised in the Los Angeles area, and lives there today with her husband and children. We caught up with her to speak to her about the books and what motivated her to write.
How To Advocate For Diversity In Your Kid’s Curriculum At School
06 Sep
Just as important as where and how your child learns is what theyâre actually learning. And thatâs why you might be looking for ways to advocate for a more diverse curriculum in your kidâs school this fall.
Childrenâs Books Can Help Start A Conversation About Race. Parents Have To Continue It.
31 Aug
I began to realize that childrenâs books were a way into a conversation that our family had not been having. And it wasnât just that we werenât talking to our 3-year-old about differences in race and ethnicity. My wife and I had not been talking about it, either, at least not directly and not often, and this was despite our being a multiracial family.
How To Respond When Your Child Shows Bias
07 Jul
You might think youâve raised your children to be open and accepting, only to feel mortified when your 5-year old says she doesnât want to play tag with two little boys at the mall play area because theyâre âtoo dark.â Such was the case for Michelle Meredith, who blogs at Bright Color Mom and describes her family as âa very pale bunch.â
Celebrate Pride With Caribu
26 Jun
Caribu has launched its âPrideâ category to share kid-friendly books and activities to promote love, acceptance, and self-confidence. This selection provides an opportunity to have conversations with children about embracing diversity and difference. Take some time for discussions with your children and grandchildren on a Caribu Call that focus on celebrating differences, showing love for friends and neighbors, and building self-esteem. Here are some of our favorites picks from Caribuâs Pride category:
Jesse Byrd Jr: âInvest In Learning What Is Outside of Your Experienceâ
25 Jun
When author Jesse Byrd Jr. launched his own publishing company in 2017, he aimed to amplify voices that are often excluded in the book industry. âWe wanted to offer diverse storytelling for young audiences,â he said. âWe wanted the stories we publish to be a reflection of the world that children have inherited; a reflection of different communities and environments. We want to share the non-dominant culture, including kids who are people of color, immigrants, and differently abled. Itâs about adding more colors to the rainbow.â
Juneteenth Is A Reminder That Freedom Wasnât Just Handed Over
19 Jun
Juneteenth is a reminder that our freedom was fought for and not just handed over to us. Itâs the blueprint for the hundreds of movements that followed to further guarantee that freedom was achieved.
A Song That Spans Generations: Richard Van Camp And Julie Flett Discuss âWe Sang You Homeâ
18 Jun
âWe sang you from a wish, We sang you from a prayer.â With these heartfelt words in English and Plains Cree, Richard Van Camp begins ‘We Sang You Home’/’Ka KĂŽweh NikâmĂ´stamâtinân,’ a beautiful picture book tribute to parenting. The book is featured in the Caribu app as part of this weekâs #CampCaribu Week 2 âFather Figuresâ summer reading.
Mr. Business Author B.K. Fulton: Itâs Time To Put Black Children On The Cover
11 Jun
âYou are more likely to find a book about a dog, a cat or a humanoid than a book with a Black child on the cover or between the pages.â So began a conversation with author B.K. Fulton, creator of the Mr. Business series, a seven-book series based on his childhood experiences. This week Caribu is featuring the second book in the series, The Science Fair, as part of the #CampCaribu âCourageous Conversations: Anti-Racismâ Week.
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