Welcome! We are so glad you are joining us on this Lenten Adventure!

Over the course of 5 weeks, we will explore some really BIG topics about racism. We will be using the Cedar Ridge book: “Becoming Anti-Racist.” You should have received a copy of this book from Mr. Bryan. If you didn’t, please let us know! (You can also download the book here.) On this page you will find additional resources to accompany the book. We suggest you read the week’s section in the book before exploring these resources (otherwise they may not make much sense!).

Remember, we would love to see your anti-racist artwork! Please send a photo of it to Mr. Bryan, and we will display it here, on this page.

Read Aloud Storybook—

Let The Children March

Listen to how thousands of African American children volunteered to march for their civil rights after hearing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. speak. Facing fear, hate, and danger, these children used their voices to change the world!

Read Aloud Storybook—

I Am Martin Luther King, Jr.

Learn how Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke up about loving other human beings and doing what’s right. Hear about his dream of a kinder future, and how he bravely led the way toward racial equality in America.

Read Aloud Storybook—

Something Happened in Our Town: A Child’s Story about Racial Injustice

Listen in as two families—one White, one Black—discuss a police shooting of a Black man in their community.

Readings to Embrace Race, Provide Solace, and Do Good

There are so many more great books to read about race! Click here to look at some more books you might enjoy and find helpful as you continue becoming anti-racist.

Life in Ipala, Guatemala

Cedar Ridge has lots of friends in a town called Ipala in Guatemala. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in Guatemala? Click here to take a tour!

Read Aloud Storybook—

Where Are You From?

When a young girl is asked where she’s really from, she turns to her abuelo for help. But he doesn’t give her the answer she expects.

Read Aloud Storybook—

Mama’s Nightingale: A Story of Immigration and Separation

Listen to this story about a Haitian family who is separated by the immigration police due to the mother’s lack of papers.

Interview with Carlos Hernandez

Mr. Carlos is a friend of Cedar Ridge. He lives in Maryland now, but was born and grew up in Ipala. Listen to the story of how he traveled all the way here, and why he needed to go on such a dangerous journey.

Arthur on Racism

Arthur, Buster and Mrs. MacGraddy have a conversation about racism and what you can do to fight it: talk, listen and act.

Systemic Racism Explained

Systemic racism affects every area of life in the US. Take a closer look at what systemic racism is, and what we can do to help solve it.

Read Aloud Storybook —

Art From Her Heart

 Learn about the famous American folk artist, Clementine Hunter.

Write a Letter to Your Representatives!

You can write a letter to your representatives (the people who make the laws) to tell them what you think about systemic racism. You can see an example of such a letter in the picture. You can find the names and addresses of your representatives here.

Read Aloud Storybook —

Race Cars: A Children’s Book about White Privilege

 

Can we learn about racism from race cars??! Listen to this story, and see what you think!

Cedar Ridge Read Aloud Storybook —

Follow the Drinking Gourd

Listen as Mrs. Rachel (and her daughter Maryn) read this book full of secret instructions to escape to freedom!

 

Cedar Ridge Read Aloud Storybook —

Aunt Harriet’s Underground Railroad in the Sky

 

Mrs. Gina reads a magical story about an important part of American history. All aboard!

 Sandy Spring Underground Railway

Find out where you can go to retrace the steps of people escaping slavery many years ago.

Cedar Ridge Read Aloud Storybook —

Let’s Talk About Race

 

Listen as Ms. Andrea reads a picture book about race.

As you watch this video, ask yourself these questions: 

  • Why do you think the people were laughing at the contestant?

  • What do you think they thought they knew about her, based on her looks?

An experiment with cookies

  • What would you do if you got more cookies?

  • What would you say if you got no cookies?

Read Aloud Storybook —

Teach Your Dragon About Diversity

A pet dragon learns we are all different—and that’s a good thing!

Consider watching Zootopia!

Zootopia (rated PG) is a great film about prejudice. You can watch it for a small fee on YouTube, GooglePlay, Vudu or Amazon Prime.