Dear Willie Rudd

Reach for this book when your child starts noticing unfairness in history or when you want to explore how to make amends for the past. It provides a gentle yet profound entry point for discussing racial segregation and the personal responsibility we have to honor those who were mistreated. The story follows Miss Elizabeth as she writes a letter to her former housekeeper, Willie Rudd, imagining a world where the cruel rules of Jim Crow never existed. Through this imagined reconciliation, the book addresses complex feelings of systemic guilt and the deep bond of care that can exist despite societal barriers. It is most appropriate for children aged 6 to 10 who are developing a sense of social justice and historical empathy. Parents will find it a helpful tool for bridging the gap between historical facts and the human emotions attached to them.