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The Color of Compromise Study Guide includes free streaming video access and unpacks the content of the video study for an in-depth diagnosis of a racially divided American church, suggesting ways to foster a more equitable and inclusive environment among God's people.

The How to Fight Racism Study Guide includes free streaming video access and provides groups and individuals with practical tools and suggestions, along with real-world examples of change, to enable them to become proactive initiators of racial justice.

From New York Times bestselling author Jemar Tisby, I Am the Spirit of Justice uses lyrical text and moving illustrations to take children on a journey through the history of the United States of America, highlighting the ways people have been fighting for justice from the very beginning.The fight for civil rights in America didn't begin in the 1960s--Black Americans have been working for justice, freedom, and equality since the first slave ships came to its shores. In I Am the Spirit of Justice, Jemar Tisby demonstrates that that arc of history bends toward equality. Throughout, the spirit of justice is personified as it moves through time, loving the oppressed and supporting the freedom fighters. The poetic text not only informs readers of the countless and often nameless people who have taken up the fight, it also inspires them to continue working for equality for all.I Am the Spirit of Justice is the picture book companion to Jemar Tisby's The Spirit of Justice and is cowritten by author and poet Malcolm Newsome with art by illustrator and activist Nadia Fisher. This beautiful and sweeping book is a great introduction to the history of civil rights for the youngest readers and an important addition to the libraries of anyone working for justice.I Am the Spirit of Justice is ideal for: Introducing children to important figures in the history of the civil rights movementInspiring young readers to see the importance of justice in our worldTeachers and librarians looking for resources for civil rights education, with an included bibliography and suggestions for further reading

New York Times bestselling author Jemar Tisby collects the true, impactful stories of figures across history--from the well-known to those often forgotten--who resisted racism and created a legacy of hope and perseverance. Each short biography is paired with an illustration and discussion prompts to help inspire young readers and people of any age to make a difference and continue to work toward justice today.We are living in the Civil Rights Movement of our day. But the challenges of the present call us to remember the past. Throughout American history, there has always been a small but resilient group of people who, motivated by their faith, resisted oppression and pushed for greater equality and liberty for all. From well-known figures like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, and Harriet Tubman, to those time has nearly forgotten, all of these people tapped into an abiding spirit of justice to pursue the dignity of all people.Stories of the Spirit of Justice is the companion book for young readers ages 8-12 to Jemar Tisby's The Spirit of Justice and tells the story of the justice movement through short biographies of the figures who did the work. With illustrations depicting the people profiled and practical tips connecting readers to the continued fight for justice, this is essential reading for everyone who still dreams of a land where all are truly free.Stories of the Spirit of Justice: covers the colonial era to the present day includes questions for reflection, discussion prompts, and suggestions for further reading roots each story in the historical moment, with descriptions of the state of justice in different eras in American historycan be used by families and church or school groups to start meaningful conversations with kids

From New York Times bestselling author Jemar Tisby, The Spirit of Justice brings to light true and inspirational stories of how people of faith have historically resisted racism and crafted a legacy of hope and perseverance for the present-day.

How to Fight Racism: Young Reader's Edition by bestselling author Jemar Tisby is a handbook for fighting racism that provides young activists with practical tools and suggestions, along with real-world examples of change, to enable them to become proactive initiators of racial justice.

The How to Fight Racism Study Guide, used together with the How to Fight Racism Video Study, provides groups and individuals with practical tools and suggestions, along with real-world examples of change, to enable them to become proactive initiators of racial justice.

The Color of Compromise reveals the chilling connection between the church and racism throughout American history. A survey of the ways Christians of the past have reinforced theories of racial superiority and inferiority provides motivation for a series of bold actions believers must take to forge a future of equity and justice.