Corwin Rebellious Read Alouds

In Rebellious Read Alouds, author Vera Ahiyya-beloved by educators worldwide as The Tutu Teacher-empowers teachers to encourage classroom conversations about important and culturally relevant topics using daily read alouds as an entry point. Presenting a broad range of read aloud lessons around current, diverse picture books that can ignite deep conversations and learning about self, others, and the world, this wise and joyful guide prepares educators to tackle “hushed topics” with young children.

• Booklists, tools, and recommendations for building an inclusive classroom library of titles written or illustrated by people in traditionally marginalized populations.
• Tips and resources for facilitating diversity conversations in a way thats developmentally appropriate – and meets ELA and social justice standards.
• 45 complete lessons plans around childrens books, with prompts and recommended stopping points for conversation, and suggestions for inspiring discussion and scaffolding deep thinking.
• Interviews with educators and parents who offer advice from their experience doing rebellious read alouds.
• Suggestions for partnering with administration, parents, and colleagues on this important work.