This is an amazing book that focuses on how we can teach those around us how to be antiracist and how we can change our behaviors to become better at acknowledging about our unconscious discretions. I think this would be a critical text for teachers as well as a book that families could learn from as well.

This Book is Anti-Racist is written with teens in minds, but really it's for all ages from pre-teen up. It teaches about anti-racism, what it's mean, what's it's based on, and how to work to be anti-racist. Before that, Tiffany Jewell helps the reader build the language and understanding needed to begin anti-racism work. She helps explains what the dominant culture is, and what that means, and how the different identities we all hold align with those of the dominant culture, and also that don't. She helps the reader explore what their own identity is and what that means, and I think that is so valuable for everyone, but especially for younger readers who are still figuring themselves out and how they fit into the world, and what they might want to do to help change the world.

This is not a book that you should rush through. Every chapter has an activity to do, and I highly recommend taking it in one chapter at a time, sitting with what each chapter explores, and doing the suggested activity.

This Book is Anti-Racist is a really accessible way to start learning about anti-racism and to explore your own identity. I don't often say this, but this is one that everyone should read.

This is a fascinating, educational read for young people. Written in an engaging way, it examines the concepts of race, identity and racism, and the bright and colourful images help to illustrate various points. It's a very informative and well-illustrated book and it describes topics in a clear manner.

Excellent introduction to anti-racism that is designed to be shared with children. I appreciated the glossary of terms that are becoming more and more commonplace, so that I can better educate myself and understand some on of the differences between similar concepts

This was an incredibly powerful and educational read. As a white person, it taught me so many things that I have never been told, and deconstructed the racist meanings behind language that I have been exposed to my whole life (such as the term "minority") which is designed to keep white people in a position of power.

This book opened my eyes to so many things, and showed me how much I still have to learn. It taught me how to be a better person and use my privilege to help create change and uplift the voices of people who do not share my privilege.

While reading this book as a white person taught me a lot, it's definitely written with BIPoC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour) readers as its focus.

As the book quotes, "In a racist society, it's not enough to be non racist, we must be anti-racist." - Angela Davis. This book is a brilliant starting place for that, which teaches you all the basics and prepares you with a toolset to move forward on your anti-racist journey.

4.5 stars.

I finally got to finish reading This Book is Anti-Racist: 20 Lessons On How to Wake Up, Take Action, and Do the Work by Tiffany Jewell, with illustrations by Aurélia Durand. I was pretty hopeful about this one, and it did not let me down.

The sections are broken up nicely, the sort of magazine aesthetic to the interior makes it really easy to read, and the layout overall is easy to follow and easy on the eyes. Durand's illustrations really added to that. I think readability is so important when it comes to books about such important subject matter, and it delivers on that front. I felt like the whole layout, while appealing and accessible to its intended middle-grade and young adult audience, was actually quite accessible for any adults who might be struggling to pick up an anti-racist book because they just don't have the headspace for something dense.

As for the actual content, This Book Is Anti-Racist covers the subject from multiple angles, making it a great starting point for middle-grade and up since it offers a great way to prepare yourself for more in-depth learning on any of the topics it covers, but still provides enough background knowledge that you can begin taking action right away. We get the chance to explore our own identities, explore history they might not teach us at school, and look at what race and racism are at their most basic levels. We also get the chance to look at a variety of ways to speak out about racism and prejudice, from calling out and calling in, to creative outlets, to working with others, and more. It serves as a learning resource and a workbook all at once.

I liked reading the notes, glossary, and bibliography at the end. The further reading selections were solid, although I did wish that some further reading had been including within some of the chapters (especially some history readings within the chapter on learning about suppressed histories as a part of antiracism).

Overall, this is a great place to start your anti-racist journey. It's accessible and informative, and it should give anyone middle grade and up an idea of what to learn about next and what action to start taking right away.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review

"Racism is so deep within us. It is all around us and we have to be constantly aware of it so we don’t get consumed by the smog. It is so easy to rest inside of it, especially if you benefit from the system that has been designed for you."

This is such a timely book and very eye opening. As a classroom teacher, I really enjoyed the many activities and thinking prompts that I can use to start conversations with my students about social justice. The end of chapter activities made me feel like I was actively learning as I read and helped me reflect. It also makes anti-racism and being actively anti-racist more understandable for kids. This book is also a great resource for definitions to important terms.

Reading this helped me be more conscious of my own place in the world and how I can do better. I highly recommend this book!

Such a timely and important book. I really enjoyed the practical challenge presented and as an educator, I would definitely recommend this book to the school library. It is so important to mobilise the next generation in being actively and proactively, anti=racist. Here's to them.

I thought this was a great resource for classroom teachers. The book gave many activities and thinking prompts to start a conversation surrounding social justice. Students who want to do the work, this is a great starting point. This is also a great resource for definitions to important terms. Very beginner friendly. I would recommend for middle school and high school students.

I have read this book along with "Why I am no longer talking to white people about race" by Reni Eddo-Lodge and David Olusoga's, "Black and British a forgotten history.", This has been complimented on the fiction side of things with Patrice Lawrence's, "Diver's Daughter" and Bali Rai's, "Mohinder's War". All have dealt with the issue of racism in one way or another. They have all generated an element of soul searching. The fiction books and this one seem to be the ones that are most likely to have a similar effect on teenagers.

I liked the format of the book, its bright colours and ideas split into different sections and chapters. The notebook exercises I think would be useful for use in PSCHE lessons. Some more enlightened pupils might look at the book themselves but I think using it in guided lessons would be more productive. I do feel it is very specific about American issues and while it brings in some British anecdotes and history, there may not be enough for the British audience to understand the relevance to them.

The notes, glossary, bibliography and further reading were all very useful. I was pleased to see so many up to date fiction books recommended. I have purchased the book for the School Library and I will try and promote it for use in lessons. Some of the problems the pupils in our school face are very similar to racism, but are a result of their ethnicity, and I do worry that in a few years time we will look back and see the same problems manifesting themselves in a slightly different way. There is plenty of work to be done.

I got this book on NetGalley in exchange for an honest review!
This is a really helpful book about anti-racism, with well formed advice and explanations to avoid feeling overwhelmed by the information! I also feel like this does a good job showing understanding of how hard it can be to actively be anti-racist, especially in the beginning, and does not shame the reader but encourages them!
I especially liked the explanations of terminology in the beginning and how it is actively used roughout the book, and how it has been separated into parts that makes sense!

Would recommend this to anyone!

Jewell does such a great job making anti-racism work approachable and understandable for kids today. The illustrations are modern & engaging while still providing lots of quality information. I particularly enjoy the activities that are included throughout the book which adds a call-to-action to what is already a very informative book. Will absolutely be purchasing for my school library.

Another great book read. I think that Tiffany Jewell’s book This Book is AntiRacist should be on everyone’s reading list this summer. Written in a friendly, easily accessible way, the book is geared towards kids in elementary school & middle school, yet all ages would benefit from reading it.

The book explores people’s various identities, explains racism, explains personal racism, structural racism, & leads the reader on a path to take action. It encourages the reader to respond to racism & to be antiracist. The various activities at the end of each chapter lead the reader through the steps they could implement that same day to become more antiracist. Divided into 20 chapters, the thought-provoking book will help you to be more conscious of your own place in the world & help you to better understand what the world is like for people who don’t look like you. Reading it is a fantastic way to grow as a person & reading this book will help. Thank you to NetGalley for the complimentary copy of the book in exchange for my unbiased review.

I wish I had this book when I was a teen. It would have been a great way to address inherent racism. The design and layout is pleasing, and prompts are through provoking. I found lots of value in the thoughtful questions even as an adult.

ARC from publisher via NetGalley, but the opinions are my own.

This book was a great look at racism, privilege and how to be Anti-Racist in a time where we really need it. The illustrations were gorgeous and will definitely appeal to a younger crowd. Tiffany did a great job in breaking down the different components of race, ethnicity, racism, the history or racism, and other related topics. This book would be a great read for any child or adult a like. Amazing work.

This book is your perfect entry into understanding race and racism, a great book for the classroom. It’s got beautiful artwork and just enough information for younger readers or students.

Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this for review. I'm really grateful to have had access to this book now when I am trying to read more books like this to educate myself.

The key message of this book? It's not just about being not racist, it's about being actively anti-racist. It's easy to think in your head 'that person said something racist' or 'this school curriculum offers a very white-centric way of looking at the history', but it's much harder to call someone out for their racism or write to your school or government and ask for a wider-reaching view of the world that included the atrocities white people did, as well as all the "great things" they achieved.

This book is a relatively short and quick read, organised into twenty sections, each with a lesson or tips on how to be anti-racist. At the end of each section, the reader is given an activity to do to make them reflect on their privilege or power, where they see imbalances in society and more. They are invited to constantly look back on these exercises and expand upon them as they go through the book.
It's the kind of non-fiction book I like; it involves you in the process. And, by inviting you to do activities, it feels more like a lesson that you're actively learning from, rather than something you were just buying or reading as a performative non-racist action.
It's an incredibly well put together, visually eye-catching book. It's full of bold colours and simple graphics. You could easily cut this book out and stick it all over the wall.

It's a book that will stay with me for a long time to come.

Tiffany Jewell has written a wildly thought-provoking and educational book that can be used as a great starting point for anyone beginning to do more research into BIPOC histories, unjust oppression, and current-day racism. Not only does Jewell educate her readers, but she explains in detail how you can take action by utilizing your privilege.

Even though this book is relatively short, it gets straight to the point and really packs a punch. I stopped time and time again to reflect, take notes, check my learned prejudices, be angry and shocked at the history I was never taught, and share information with family & friends.

"Racism is so deep within us. It is all around us and we have to be constantly aware of it so we don’t get consumed by the smog. It is so easy to rest inside of it, especially if you benefit from the system that has been designed for you."

This book is so important and eye opening. I loved learning and thinking about my own life with the different prompts. I cannot stop recommending this book. A must have for everyone. I just purchased it and I think I'll be rereading this in the future and definitely going to read this to my future children.

This book is an excellent introduction for children on issues of race and racism. The tone is conversational, with plenty of breaks and activities planned into it that provide opportunities for readers to engage with the text further. It is patient and does not condescend but frankly talks about race and systemic injustice in a way any child can understand. Parents too will enjoy reading along with their children.