Start Them Brave
COMING SOON
The Powerful Evolution of DEI in U.S. Schools, the Battle Cry for Raising Upstanding Children and the Art of Promote Allyship and Belonging
A groundbreaking guide that restores DEI to its original purpose — dignity, humanity, and the brave work of raising children who understand identity, fairness, community, and courage.
About The Book
Start Them Brave explores the powerful evolution of DEI in U.S. schools and makes a bold, child-centered case for why we still need it today. Blending research, history, personal stories, and classroom-tested practices, this book brings DEI back to its roots — helping children understand themselves, each other, and the world around them.
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Grounded in anti-bias education and over 15 years of pedagogical expertise, this book provides:
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age-appropriate tools for identity and bias exploration
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a roadmap for building brave classrooms
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community-building practices that honor dignity and belonging
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practical support for navigating discomfort and courageous conversations
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the Allyism Action Plan — a groundbreaking framework for backward-designing DEI curricula
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the People of Inspiration curriculum (identity + biography + virtues)
Why I Wrote This Book
I’ve spent more than a decade working with children, educators, families, and school communities. In that time, I’ve watched DEI become politicized, misunderstood, and pulled away from its original intention.
This book is a reclaiming.
It’s for the children.
It’s for the families.
It’s for the educators who want to teach with clarity, courage, and humanity.
And it’s for anyone who believes in the power of raising brave children.
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