1. “How Parents, Teachers, and Kids Can Take Action to Prevent Bullying” by American Psychological Association

This APA website is for trying to prevent and stop bullying. They recognize that this goal takes a commitment to a safe environment and tries to educate how children can thrive socially and academically without fear.

2. “My Child is a Billy: What Should I Do?” by Brigit Katz

This article is for parents who are worried or are aware that their child is engaging in the bullying of another child. The article does not frame these children as “bad kids” but aims to look at the bigger picture and determine what factors are at play. The article helps educate how to teach children about the impact of their words.

3. “How to Have Conversations About Race" by Dennis Sparks

This article by Dennis Sparks is an interview with Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, a leading voice on racism and helps to open the conversation on how to discuss race and live with these understandings.

4. “Glossary of Terms for Gender Identity & Gender Orientation” by The Human Rights Campaign

This glossary is helpful regarding sexual orientation terms that many may not know, including cisgender, genderqueer, homophobia, etc.

5. “Sexual Ideology Indoctrination: The Equality Act’s Impact on School Curriculum and Parental Rights” by Andrea Jones

Andrea Jones starts with Title IV of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and how the Equality act would include gender orientation and gender identify as protected classes, which could lead to change in public school curriculum and requiring texts to affirm and promote radical views of gender and sexuality.

6. “Six Ways to Help Your Child Deal with Social Exclusion” by Katie Hurley

Hurley’s daughter is the victim of relational aggression. This article discusses this term and the effects on children from first-hand experience along with some advice and help to parents and students also affected.

7. “Being an Effective Advocate for Your Child” by Dr. Harold S. Koplewicz

This article discusses what parents can do to make sure that their child or children is getting the best support possible when their child is at school and also has psychiatric and/or learning problems. Many parents feel powerless, but this article aims to teach parents the ways they can advocate for their children.

8. “10 Books That Empower Kids to Stand Up and Speak Out” by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich

This book list aims to help children learn from a young age how to stand up, speak out, and create change. Children are not too young to care about the world and try to make it a better, more inclusive place. This list aims to cultivate passion, empowerment, and curiosity. There are books for a variety of age ranges.

9. “15 Tips for Raising Kids with a Positive Body Image” by Paige Lucas-Stannard

This article gives tips for how to speak out about weight and food. Over eighty percent of 10 year olds are afraid of being fat. We want our kids to be comfortable in their bodies and learn how to love themselves and respect their bodies. 

10. “Why Kids Care More About Achievement Than Helping Others” by Jessica Lahey

 This article argues that parents often want their children to value empathy but actually often teach them that achievement and happiness is more important. This article is based on a Harvard study that revealed on twenty percent of students identified caring for others as their top priority.

11. “Tips for Raising Well-Rounded Girls in a Princess Dominated World” by Peggy Orenstein

This article helps parents navigate raising girls in a world that wants to them to strictly follow gender norms that says being a princess, loving pink, and being submissive is the top priority without other options.

12. “He, She…It?” by Sally Peck

This article addresses that method of raising children “gender-neutral” and what that means and if it is a good idea.

13. “Social Justice Books for Teens” by Chicago Public Library

This list has many books for teens specifically that deal with social justice. They are aimed to tell stories of powerful teenagers and inspire teenagers to feel empowered and optimistic.