Recent research has proven the racism that lies within Dr. Seuss. Colorful Pages is presenting book/lesson alternatives to Dr. Seuss so that you can pick Anti-Racism over "Tradition".
5 Diverse Book Read Aloud Videos on YouTube
Need read aloud videos for snack time, literacy centers, indoor recess, literacy time at home? Check out these 5 Diverse Books that are read aloud on YouTube to engage your young readers!
Colorful Pages Lesson Plan: “Grace for President”
We have created a Colorful Pages Lesson Plan surrounding Kelly DiPucchio's book for Grades 2-4. The lesson plan is aligned to Common Core State Standards for all three of those grades and can be easily aligned to your state's social studies standards. In this lesson, students discuss and research the question, “What is the US Presidential Election?” using Grace for President and a KWL (Know-Wonder/Want-Learn) Chart.
5 Multicultural Books About Family
Learn about five multicultural books that can help you talk to your students and children about families. These five books explore different identities and family composition!
An Interview with Lee Cataluna: Ordinary ‘Ohana and Real Inspiration
Meet Lee Cataluna, author of "Ordinary 'Ohana", a diverse picture book depicting a Hawaiian family. Read our interview to hear about her inspiration for the book, see early mockups of the illustrations, and learn more about this brilliant author!
5 Multicultural Books for Social Emotional Learning
"However, while creating my SEL lessons, I always run into the same problem/question: Where are all the SEL books with children of color??? This problem runs deeper than I can get into for a Fast Five Friday article, but, through this article, I hope that I can help temporarily alleviate the problem by showcasing you all some good and colorful books."
Closing the Racial Justice Gap in Literacy
There is a Racial Justice Gap in our nation! Learn two steps to start to close the gap.
5 Books for Black Lives Matter at School Week
Happy Black Lives Matter at School Week! Although Black Lives Matter at School Week ends today, February 8th, it should be a year-round conversation with our students and kiddos. To help you with this conversation, here are five books you need for Black Lives Matter at School: (1) I Love My Hair!, by Natasha Anastasia … Continue reading 5 Books for Black Lives Matter at School Week
Black Lives Matter at Schools Week: 4 Resources You NEED for the Week!
Black Lives Matter at Schools Week is Feb. 4-8. Read to find out why it is important and get 4 resources you need for your classroom!
3 First Steps for Creating Colorful Classrooms
Welcome to Colorful Pages! Are you ready to create a Colorful Classroom? Recently our nation has been plagued with some horrific events, especially for people of color. Sometimes it seems as if every time it gets better, there is something lurking to smother color and culture. As teachers, librarians, and parents, we want to make … Continue reading 3 First Steps for Creating Colorful Classrooms
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