I requested this book because a) I love Layla F. Saad's work and b) I'm a big believer in the idea that just because a book is aimed at younger people, doesn't mean they are the only ones that can benefit! I will note that while I am biracial, I am *usually* white-passing these days so definitely prioritise the reviews of non white-passing PoC over mine.

The work that Layla F Saad has done with this book is nothing short of amazing! Not only is the book a fantastic introduction to racism and intersectionality, it also manages to be aimed at a younger audience without being condescending. Sometimes I find that books that are aimed at a younger age group do both the topic and their readers a disservice by writing in a way that dismisses any agency that the younger person may have. "Me and White Supremacy: Young Reader's Edition" is completely the opposite to that and manages to be accessible without being demeaning.

Truly, this is a glorious resource for all ages!

What is white privilege? How can you acknowledge and move through white fragility? In Me and White Supremacy: Young Readers' Edition, Layla Saad answers these questions and many more. This book is meant to be read, considered, and put into practice over time. Dismantling systems is hard work, especially for kids, but the work is empowering and necessary. Saad provides definitions, scenarios, and breakdowns to help children understand and think about complex concepts.

I read Me and White Supremacy a few months after it came out and found it incredibly important. I was thrilled when I saw the young readers' edition would soon be available, I think this book should be required reading - let's empower children (as well as adults) to be change makers, dismantle archaic and unfair systems, and come to terms with their own role in perpetuating the systems. Every child needs this book in their toolbox,

This was a very interesting, but sometimes also hard read (because of the topic). This is a version of the original book and it's adapted for a younger audience, which I think was very appropiate and definitely a great introduction to the topic of race. I recommend it!

I had never heard of tone policing or some of the other vocabulary until reading this book. The world is complicated and it would be nice if we didn’t have so many problems getting along and relating to each other. It’s sad, frustrating, heartbreaking and ridiculous that racism is so prevalent. I appreciate this book and how each term is identified, explained and then reviewed. White supremacy and other racist actions are addressed. Each topic is given an example, defined and discussed then the section ends with a recap and reflection. I like how the book is organized and I learned a great deal more about racism when I thought I understood it well already. Straightforward and non-judgmental, 5 stars!

This was an important read and not always comfortable but the author did a phenomenal job of making you think. I wish I had know about it when it was a social challenge but nonetheless it is valuable at any time and at any pace. I read it straight through but it would be a great exercise to choose a chapter a day or a week and really take time to reflect

I read Me and White Supremacy last year and have been trying to find ways to share this message of anti-racism with more people. While I loved the original and the workbook, I found Me and White Supremacy: Young Readers' Edition by Layla F. Saad to be far more inviting and appropriate for younger audiences to continue such a important conversation in our society today. By attracting younger readers to this topic, I believe we will be able to have more open and frank conversations and potential for change in our future.

It has been a couple of years since I reviewed Layla F. Saad's Me and White Supremacy and I am glad to see that ME AND WHITE SUPREMACY: YOUNG READERS' EDITION is now available. The text parallels the adult version with an introduction section that explains white supremacy followed by several chapters, each of which covers a concept (like White privilege) and offers a "Recap, Reflect, and Respond" activity with discussion prompts and questions. A glossary of terms and a terrific reading list with many excellent suggestions for both fiction and non-fiction titles is included. ME AND WHITE SUPREMACY: YOUNG READERS' EDITION received a starred review from Booklist which recommended this title for grades 6 to 10. That middle school focus seems appropriate. The Sum of Us by Heather McGhee will also be adapted for Young Readers and is expected to be published in January, 2023.

This is a thoughtful and passionate book. It is certainly challenging, and should be read with an open mind. If you're open to doing so, it will be worthwhile as an aid to reflection on privilege.

A great read for both teens and adults, though this is for the younger readers, which I appreciate isn't aimed at my age group, despite this I still feel that this book needs to be on reading lists and shelves everywhere, what can't we learn from a book like this?

I feel that we all must read to get in touch with what we believe, know and have learnt and also our misconceptions, the latter we can really hold onto as being gospel because we learnt it as children etc but this book dispels that, it highlights what racism is - I mean sure, we all know what racism is but it really highlights the different types of racism which is important and helps us to correct ourselves.

The book provides a space for learning about racism and white supremacy, it's an important move and one that is needed but this book is just the beginning, the author goes on about "doing the work" and I like that but I do find it a little bit pushy, making a start is always a good sign and that's what most people who pick up this book are doing, of course, this isn't the only book out there and if this is a subject readers are into and want to learn more on there is definitely more work to do and more books to read than this one.

The author comes off as a little bit too critical if you are already trying, you should know already and work harder and if you haven't tried then you need to. I am trying to understand a lot of my own privilege but I find that difficult especially from guide books such as this one and that makes me feel like it's hard to connect, in many good guide books you can make a connection and if you don't, you often won't stick with it. That is my only real quarm.

With thanks to netgalley and the publishers for this free ARC.

Even though Saad does not present new information (at least, not new information to me) in this book, I really appreciated my read of this book as well as how she presented the information and the reflection/study questions. I will say that some of the questions that directly address the reader felt a little bit cringy but that is something I have noticed in works like this adapted for young readers. It ends up sounding a little like adults trying to "teen-speak." Thankfully this book did not have much of that. I think this would make an excellent group read/discussion book. I just wish that I lived in an area where I could use it with my students. (Teaching in the south does not lend itself to this sort of thing unless you want to face the wrath of ... I'll leave that blank.)

Already have put this book on my Mackin list for the coming school year. Absolutely important and valuable information presented in an accessible way for students. Will likely recommend that the 5th grade teachers at my school each get a copy too.

This books is an absolute must read.

It gives great examples on the different types of racism. I honestly think this books should be read not only by younguer readers but also adults. It is extremely infrmative and egnaging.

I cannot recommend it enough.

This was a great book. I read the book for adults as well as this one which is aimed towards younger readers. It is well written and in a way that is easier for younger readers to understand and digest. I highly recommend this book. Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for an ARC.

I'm building a social justice book list for tweens and this title is its core. The authors manage to reach a younger audience easily while still covering topics that even adults may need to learn more about. White privilege, white fragility, racist stereotypes, cultural appropriation, and much more are covered in this important book. My plan is to schedule it to be read in sections with books like All American Boys and The Hate U Give etc.

I haven't read the adult reader version of this book, but I plan to do so. This version belongs on library shelves everywhere. Saad's book accomplishes its objective and then some,. From the onset, this book creates a comfortable space for young people to explore and discuss antiracism and white supremacy, either on their own or with a book club environment. I particularly appreciate the care given to the young audience. Some individuals in our society would rather our young citizens not engage with a text such as this, but I believe our country is at a crossroads, and the more of us, the young and the less-young, who read this book and engage in thoughtful discourse, the better off we will all be.

I’ve read YA books before but this was my first time reading a young readers version of a nonfiction book originally published for an adult audience. This topic can be a tough one but it’s important and I loved how the author approached the information. I appreciated how she began the book with an introduction to herself and exploring the difference between race, ethnicity, and nationality. I thought it was great to explore how our differences make us unique and how those differences allow us to experience the world in different ways - both positively and negatively. I never saw it as a way to make anyone reading feel bad about their race or ethnicity or nationality but I do believe this will help break generational cycles if we can recognize and challenge racism from a young age. I also liked that she encouraged readers to take breaks, explore their feelings, and read and discuss with others. The way she approached the topics seemed very age appropriate and the check ins at the end of each chapter worked really well for young readers to break up the information.

This is a very important book and I would highly recommend it to anyone, not only youth. I will be purchasing a copy for my high school library and promoting it because I think everyone could benefit from reading it!

I allowed my oldest to read it. I was happy with the conversations it brought up, and what and how we can help be the change. Definitely recommend.

Great lessons and manageable for younger readers.

I received a complimentary copy of this book through NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

This book was amazing ever tho I didnt enjoy it a whole lot. But I do think its a book all parents should have their kids read. So if your a parent and have kids get them this book. Cause with how to world is turning we need our kids to learn about this thing on Racism and White Supremacy.