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The Sandbox Revolution

Raising Kids for a Just World

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It is a complex time to be a parent. Our climate is in crisis, and economic inequality is deepening. Racialized violence is spreading, and school shootings are escalating. How do we, as parents, cultivate in our children a love of the earth, a cry for justice, and a commitment to nonviolence? Where do we place our bodies so we teach our kids that resistance is crucial and change is possible? What practices do we hold as a family to encourage them to work with their hands, honor their hearts, and nurture their spirits?

The Sandbox Revolution calls upon our collective wisdom to wrestle with the questions, navigate the challenges, offer concrete practices, and remind parents of the sacredness of the work. Written by parents who are also writers, pastors, teachers, organizers, artists, gardeners, and activists, this anthology offers a diversity of voices and experiences on topics that include education, money, anti-racism, resistance, spirituality, disability justice, and earth care.

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    • Library Journal

      May 1, 2021

      In this volume, Wylie-Kellerman posits that the present era will see the crumbling of systems that have long been in place, including capitalism, militarism, racism, and individualism. This book draws on a diversity of voices to address raising kids who will contribute to building a more just world. In one essay, AME deacon Nick Peterson writes about infertility, in the context of his being raised by several generations of an "extended and inclusive" Black family where kinship meant fostering children and taking care of neighbors, beyond blood ties. In another essay, economist Susan Taylor discusses creating a family culture of generosity. Other topics include education, spirituality, antiracism, resisting patriarchy, and honoring the Earth. VERDICT The range of narrators is representative and inclusive; their perspectives and expertise add value to this work, which is sure to be of ongoing interest.

      Copyright 2021 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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