STAND TALL: A children's book on race, diversity and self-worth

Name: STAND TALL: A children's book on race, diversity and self-worth
SKU: 73420
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4.6 | 42 ratings

Price: 5.03

Last update: 08-31-2024

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“I wish I looked the same as everyone else,” Buster said sadly with tears in his eyes, “then no one will call me a horrid name like that.”

Buster is sad because he is called a hurtful name in school. With a little help from his family, find out how he overcomes this challenge.

Meet Buster and Bean in their first book as they tackle racism and learn to be proud of who they are.

Stand Tall is a beautifully written and illustrated book that empowers families and children of black and mixed ethnicity, by talking about differences and encouraging them to identify why they should be celebrated.

This uplifting and heartwarming story is a must have book to assist parents, teachers and children in handling racist incidents.

Cover page of STAND TALL, a children's book on race, diversity and self-worth by Teju Akande

Quotes from STAND TALL, a children's book on race, diversity and self-worth by Teju Akande

Suitable for children 3 to 10 and Dad's Famous Brownies recipe

The Chronicles of Buster and Bean Series

Top reviews from the United States

Samionela

Loved it!

Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2023

Got this book to read as a family and it was a great moment to break through the race conversation and navigate the diversity and struggles kids can experience. The examples and dialogue were very good. Great illustrations. I recommend this book to read as a group or family.

Remi A.

Positive delivery of an uncomfortable topic

Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2022

I applaud the courage of the author in tackling an uncomfortable topic head-one. She spoke frankly in a language that children would understand and relate to. Yet, the message was not diluted and the tone was positive all through.

I look forward to reading and sharing more fun adventures of Buster and Bean with my children. Expecting some beautiful, unique and sweet content about thriving multi-racial families.

Lisa. A

A much needed conversation starter!

Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2022

In a time where political correctness is rife, the author has addressed a delicate and often avoided issue without recriminations. I was impressed by how she dealt with racial abuse as a “Misbehaviour” as opposed to it being an “Incurable Disease” that some people are born with. Good behaviour can be taught just as well as bad behaviour can be untaught: a distinction children should and need to learn from an early change. This book enables one to teach this concept to children through Buster’s adventure.

What’s more, there is plenty to like about this book. It is short, it is precise and visually pleasing to look at. I look forward to future chronicles of Buster and Bean.
Very well done!!!

Ravonnie Warren

Very mid

Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2023

Wasn’t the best read. The antagonist is using what is believed to be a slur in the book but it’s so vaguely written it went right over my child’s head. Not really relative to biracial people either. All the references are from the UK as well so we spent more time talking about the soccer/football thing, as well as other cultural relevant English stuff, than the actual message.

Osen Iyahen

A story that EVERY child can learn from!!!

Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2022

Really lovely book that teaches love and acceptance for one another at a young age. The author emphasizes the beauty that lies in our differences and how different experiences (and cultures) makes life more interesting. The book is well written and easy to grasp, particularly for children of minority backgrounds who struggle with complex emotions related to racial identity and self worth. Highly recommended for children of all races, many of whom will see themselves represented in one way or another within this important story.

GloriaO

A simple way to raise any child's self belief

Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2022

I loved our a very difficult subject was broken down in a light hearted way and at the level a child would understand.
This is a discussion starter for a family in my opinion.
My whole family enjoyed it and it was easily a boost for my children.
Nicely done, always a difficult subject to tackle but it was well done.

Kayla

It was okay!

Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2023

References to athletes on multiple pages that all the kiddos I’ve read this book with don’t understand.

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STAND TALL: A children's book on race, diversity and self-worth

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