Welcome to Our Classroom! In this episode, we are honored to host Dr. Sonia Cherry-Paul, a trailblazer in the field of anti-racist education. Dr. Cherry-Paul, founder of Red Clay Educators and co-director of the Institute for Racial Equity and Literacy, brings over 20 years of classroom experience and a wealth of knowledge to our discussion. Join us as we delve into practical ways to transform your teaching with anti-racist strategies.

Dr. Cherry-Paul shares insights from her new book, "Anti-Racist Reading Revolution," spotlighting impactful metaphors like the dandelion to illustrate the enduring power of racial literacy. We explore how these tools can help students analyze connections between past and present social issues, fostering critical thinking and advocacy.

Key Takeaways: - The transformative power of racial literacy in education - Actionable insights on implementing anti-racist strategies in the classroom - The significance of widening and sharpening narratives to reveal truthful representations - Practical examples of how students can apply these skills in their daily lives

Stay tuned as we discuss the connection between dandelions and anti-racism, reflecting on how these skills become bone-deep and life-changing for students. For more education resources, subscribe to Multicultural Classroom and follow us on social media.

Dr. Sonia Cherry-Paul's credentials and contributions:

- Founder of Red Clay Educators

- Co-director of the Institute for Racial Equity and Literacy

- Co-director of the Teach Black History All Year Institute -

Executive Director and host of the Black Creator Series

For more insights and to enhance your teaching with equity and antiracism principles, make sure to subscribe to our channel and visit Sonia Cherry-Paul's website at soniacherry-paul.com. Let's create a more inclusive and just educational environment together!

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Dr. Sonja Cherry-Paul is the founder of Red Clay Educators, co-director of the Institute for Racial Equity in Literacy, co-director of the Teach Black History All Year Institute, and executive producer and host of The Black Creators Series. She is an educator with more than 20-years of classroom experience who has written several books that support reading and writing instruction and has adapted the #1NYT Best Seller, Stamped (For Kids). Sonja leads professional development for schools and organizations in equity and antiracism. She invites you to visit her online at sonjacherrypaul.com.

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