How do we talk to our children about what happened and what's going on in our streets?
On Thursday, June 4, beginning at 7 p.m. ET on Facebook @TheBrownBookshelf, authors Kwame Alexander, Jacqueline Woodson and Jason Reynolds will lead a #Kidlit Rally for Black Lives.
More than 25 children's book authors, artists and publishers will join them. "The rally is a way for families, educators, librarians, and members of the children's book community to come together in support of Black lives, speak to children about this moment, answer their questions, and offer ideas about steps we can all take going forward," said Alexander, Woodson and Reynolds in a statement. Alexander explained, "We show our children that they have a voice and that it matters, by using ours. This is not a time for silence. Our words have never mattered more." Added Woodson, "The young people--as always--want answers and clarity. As writers of literature FOR and about young people, we've always spoken a language they understand." Host Kelly Starling Lyons said, "We're all hurting and want to do something. This a great way to show kids and families that we're here for them."