Tiffany Jewell's This Book Is Anti-Racist receives praise for its accessible and engaging approach to educating young readers on racism and social justice. The book's interactive elements and vibrant illustrations are highlights. Some critics note it may be oversimplified for older teens or adults, but it is widely regarded as a valuable starting point for discussions on race.

A reader who would enjoy This Book Is Anti-Racist by Tiffany Jewell is likely an adolescent or young adult seeking to understand and combat racism. Fans of Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi would find this book informative and engaging, with its accessible language and actionable steps.

This Book Is Anti-Racist by Tiffany Jewell is a non-fiction primer for young readers that uses the author’s experiences as a Black biracial woman to address the history and constructs of racism, intersectionality, and related systems of oppression. The book explores personal and institutional racism, encourages self-reflection, and offers practical suggestions for anti-racist actions and solidarity. The text includes discussions on racism and police brutality.

Tiffany Jewell

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Part 1: “Waking Up: Understanding and Growing Into My Identities”

Author’s Note-Part 1, Chapter 5

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Part 2: “Opening the Window: Making Sense of the World”

Part 2, Chapters 6-9

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Part 3: “Choosing My Path: Taking Action and Responding to Racism”

Part 3, Chapters 10-14

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Part 4: “Holding the Door Open: Working in Solidarity Against Racism”

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This Book Is Anti-Racist: 20 Lessons on How to Wake Up, Take Action, and Do the Work

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