How we teach race and racial justice to children

<p>This week on <em>Under the Radar with Callie Crossley:</em></p> <p>Jan. 16 is the 37th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday to acknowledge the legacy of the civil rights leader. The reverend was a key leader in the transformative social justive movement which challenged a racially segregated America, and pushed the coutnry toward a more just future.</p> <p>Understanding the complex history of race and racism in the United States and King's role in the civil rights movement is critical — but how do we explain the concepts to young kids?</p> <p>Two experts who specialize in breaking down difficult concepts for children discuss why it is such crucial work.</p> <p><strong>Guests:</strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://cbweatherford.com/media/bios-of-the-weatherfords/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Carole Boston Weatherford</a></strong>, award-winning children's book author and English professor at Fayetteville State university</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-nixon-silberg-30a56350/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tanya Nixon-Silberg</a></strong>, director and founder of Little Uprisings, an organization in Boston that teaches children and adults about racial justice</p> <p><em>Note:</em> Bonnie Duncan of <em>The Gottabees</em> voiced Trevor The Elephant in this episode. Tanya Nixon-Silberg is performing at the <a href="https://www.gardnermuseum.org/calendar/dr-martin-luther-king-jr-day-service" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum</a> on Monday, Jan. 16.</p>