The Bottom Line
Am I A Color Too? is a wonderful addition to children's literature.
Honestly addressing the challenges of a bi-racial upbringing and identity development, it is nonetheless inspirational and supportive.
Honestly addressing the challenges of a bi-racial upbringing and identity development, it is nonetheless inspirational and supportive.
Pros
- Beautifully illustrated
- Fills a very important void in children's literature
- Inspirational
- First person encourages children to relate to the narrator
- Honest, direct and yet supportive of the bi-racial child's identity development process
Cons
- Limited in perspective - Spoken by a child of a Black father/White mother marriage
Description
- Narrated by a bi-racial child: one with a Black father and White mother.
- Answers a very important question - one that all children inevitably explore.
- Acknowledges the challenges of finding a self-identifying label that fits.
- A great vehicle for initiating discussion with your child about racial identity.
Guide Review - Am I A Color Too? - A Children's Picture Book
Beautifully illustrated, this book is not only enjoyable to read, but a gorgeous work of art. The range of multi-hued faces alone are wonderul to explore.