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SIO403: At What Age Can You Talk To Kids about Race? Parents Wildly Overestimate

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When and how to talk to children about race

This chapter explores the importance of discussing race with children at a young age to develop empathy and reduce racial bias, highlighting that children notice and understand race even before entering school. It discusses the findings of research studies on the appropriate age for race-related conversations and the factors influencing adults' willingness to engage in these discussions. The chapter also compares the approaches of black and white parents in talking to their children about race and the challenges they face.

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