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Learning to See, Question & Act

Antiracist Resources for Families

Decades of child development research show that children begin forming ideas about identity, fairness, and difference as early as preschool. Without intentional guidance, these ideas can mirror the stereotypes and inequities they see in the world around them.

Anti-bias, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive education gives children the tools to build a strong, positive sense of self, recognize and value differences, and practice empathy. Studies also show that when students learn to name and question unfairness, they are more likely to develop critical thinking, resilience, and strong social relationships.

By weaving this work into daily school life, we help students grow not only as learners but also as compassionate, engaged members of their communities—equipped to help create a more equitable and just world.

At Brightworks, these commitments aren’t an add-on—they are the heartbeat of how we teach, how we learn, and how we grow together. Below, you’ll find curated books, conversation starters, media, and guidance designed to support families in walking this journey side-by-side with their children.

 
 
 

For Parents

For Our Youngest Children

For Our Older Students and Adult Learners

Podcasts to subscribe to:

Movies and Documentaries to Watch:

  • 13th (Ava DuVernay) — Netflix

  • American Son (Kenny Leon) — Netflix

  • Black Power Mixtape: 1967-1975 — Available to rent

  • Clemency (Chinonye Chukwu) — Available to rent

  • Dear White People (Justin Simien) — Netflix

  • Fruitvale Station (Ryan Coogler) — Available to rent

  • I Am Not Your Negro (James Baldwin doc) — Available to rent or on Kanopy

  • If Beale Street Could Talk (Barry Jenkins) — Hulu

  • Just Mercy (Destin Daniel Cretton) — Available to rent

  • King In The Wilderness  — HBO

  • See You Yesterday (Stefon Bristol) — Netflix

  • Selma (Ava DuVernay) — Available to rent

  • The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution — Available to rent

  • When They See Us (Ava DuVernay) — Netflix

Articles to read:


Videos to watch:


Books to read:

Learn more about our Power and Privilege Committee and related work