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Based on the cover, my kid brought me home a book from the "keep forever" section of their school library (lemmy.world)
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My kid can't really read yet, but they brought me home a book. This exchange occurred in the first ten pages:

"Papa, that man is as black as ashes, isn't he?"
Papa laughed. "Dogs and horses come in different colors, don't they?"
"But he's not a horse, is he, Papa?"
"No, he's not a horse." Papa patted her on the head. "But colored folks aren't much different."

I WONDER WHY THIS BOOK WAS FREE IN THE LIBRARY.

(I'm not blaming my kid, they chose it just based on the cover.)

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[โ€“] bladerunnerspider@lemmy.world 2 points 2 months ago (1 children)

All the best stories have conflict, good and evil, right and wrong. Maybe see where the story goes and use your collective critical thinking skills to decide if the message or lesson resonates with you and your child.

[โ€“] toynbee@lemmy.world 2 points 2 months ago

Yes, that is my plan, thanks!