*I partnered with Oriental Trading Company to give you an idea of how to share MLK Jr. day with your family by using one of their products. Even though the product I received was free, all opinions are solely mine.* Martin Luther King Jr was a civil rights leader, as well as a visionary. His I Have a Dream Speech outlined his dreams and wishes he had for equality in this country. The holiday is an opportunity for you to teach your children about the significance … [Read more...]
How to Meet the Needs of Biracial Kids in School: A Guide for Parents
As a Black mother raising biracial kids, I am deeply invested in ensuring that my children have a well-rounded educational experience. Now that three of my children are school-aged, I find myself paying extra close attention to their surroundings at school. Is my child the only minority in the classroom? Are there diverse books that reflect their experiences in the classroom or library? Are there other parents in interracial marriages that I can connect with and … [Read more...]
How to Meet the Needs of Biracial Kids at School: A Guide for Educators
*This post was published by the Huffington Post. You can find it HERE.* … [Read more...]
How Growing Up In a Jamaican Family Has Influenced My Parenting
Both of my parents were born and raised in Jamaica, but came to the states as adults. I never really thought about how my Jamaican family was different from others until I was told me no about something that most other parents said yes to. My father was in the Air Force, so many of my friends had parents from different countries, which brought about their cultural norms. As an adult no longer surrounded by other military families, I have … [Read more...]