Goodnight Racism

Ibram X. Kendi, known for his impactful work on antiracism, offers a tender and hopeful picture book designed to be a modern bedtime classic. 'Goodnight Racism' uses poetic prose and imaginative art to introduce young children, ages 3-7, to the concepts of justice, equality, and antiracism in an accessible way. As children around the world prepare for bed, the moon watches over them, knowing that dreams can inspire a better future. This book provides a gentle framework for parents to discuss important social justice themes, empowering children to envision and contribute to a more equitable world.

National Book Award–winning and New York Times bestselling author Ibram X. Kendi (How to Be an Antiracist, Antiracist Baby) returns with a new picture book that serves as a modern bedtime classic. As children all over the world get ready for bed, the moon watches over them. The moon knows that when we sleep, we dream. And when we dream, we imagine what is possible and what the world can be. With dynamic, imaginative art and poetic prose, Goodnight Racism delivers important messages about antiracism, justice, and equality in an easy-to-read format that empowers readers both big and small. Goodnight Racism gives children the language to dream of a better world and is the perfect book to add to their social justice toolkit.