The Talk: A Black Family’s Conversation about Racism and Police Brutality, by Ama Karikari-Yawson, Esq.
FREEPORT, NY, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2020 / EINPresswire.com / -- All over the country, parents are having the “the talk” with their kids about racism, stereotyping and police brutality in the wake of George Floyd’s killing and the various forms of protests that have ensued.
More tangible guidance is especially necessary as Americans balance working from home, home education, safety, health and the well-being of the nation.Now, that guidance is here.African-American mother, author, radio host, entrepreneur and educator, Ama Karikari-Yawson, Esq., recently released “The Talk: A Black Family’s Conversation about Racism and Police Brutality.”
The book uses poetry to portray a fictional African-American couple’s “talk” with their two children about racism and police brutality after the children stumble upon their parents crying in the living room while watching news coverage of Floyd’s killing at the hands of police officers.
The book also includes a curriculum with activities.Although there is no “talk” that can completely prevent incidents of racism and prejudice for children, African-American parents and parents of all races still need to have these conversations with their children so that their children are aware of these challenges and are better prepared for these potential encounters.
