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We've scoured bookshelves high and low, looking for resources that provide practical advice on parenting in a diverse world. Here are some of our favorites so far.

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Loving Across the Color Line
by Sharon E. Rush

Author Sharon E. Rush is a white civil rights law professor and the adoptive parent of a black child. She thought being the former would prepare her for the latter. She was wrong. "Loving Across the Color Line: A White Adoptive Mother Learns about Race" is her account of experiences -- both joyful and heartbreaking. Being color-conscious is more important, more useful, than being color-blind, according to Rush, and practicing "transformative love" is the key to racial harmony.

ISBN: 0-8476-9912-9 (2000/$24)
Rowman and Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
4720 Boston Way
Lanham, Maryland 20706
http://www.rowmanlittlefield.com

Keys to Parenting a Child with a Learning Disability
by Barry E. and Francine J. McNamara

When parents are active partners with school personnel, their children succeed. This is especially true for students with learning difficulties. "Keys to Parenting a Child with a Learning Disability" by Barry E. and Francine J. McNamara offers a step-by-step approach to help families face the special behavioral and educational challenges ahead. Part III is particularly noteworthy and outlines particulars regarding a child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). Resources for parents, teachers and siblings are included.

ISBN: 0-8120-9033-0 (1995/ $7)
Barron’s Educational Series, INC.
250 Wireless Blvd.
Hauppauge, NY 11788

Raising a Child Who has a Physical Disability
by Donna G. Albrecht

Caring for a disabled child requires teamwork. Whether a family member, friend, medical assistant or educational personnel- each has unique responsibilities and valuable skills to contribute. "Raising a Child Who has a Physical Disability" by Donna G. Albrecht is a compassionate and down to earth resource for dealing with the everyday and long-term issues that face families in this challenging situation. A specialist resource guide is included for further assistance.

ISBN: 0-471-04240-4 (1995/ $13)
John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
605 Third Ave.
NY NY 10158

Beyond Dolls and Guns
by Susan Hoy Crawford

Presented with a sprinkling of cartoons and quotes, "Beyond Dolls and Guns: 101 Ways to Help Children Avoid Gender Bias" by Susan Hoy Crawford is a little book with a big message. Whether you are selecting reading materials or “negotiating social customs,” this book offers simple steps to counter sexism in your own home.

ISBN: 0-435-08129-2 (1996/ $11)
Heinemann
361 Hanover Street
Portsmouth NH 03801

Boys will be Men
by Paul Kivel

"Boys will be Men: Raising Our Sons for Courage, Caring and Community" addresses the question that adults have been struggling with for decades: How do we prepare boys (and girls!) to take their place in society as caring, responsible adults? Paul Kivel draws on over 20 years of research and personal experience as a father and social activist in this easy-to-read, hands-on guide to conscientious anti-sexist mentoring.

ISBN 0-86571-395-2 (1999/ $17)
New Society Publishers
PO 189
Gabriola Island, BC V0R 1X0, Canada

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