Responding to the U.S. Capitol Siege

In this ad hoc episode, I outline a response to the U.S. Capitol siege.  I provide some suggestions for ways to talk with your child about the events, but also ask that you take two more steps: (1) examine your own role in these events, even if you condemn them yourself (as I do); (2) take action based on your own position and role in the world to work toward equality.

You can find my resources on the intersection of parenting and race here.

There’s a specific blog post suggesting a script for talking with children about the Black Lives Matter movement (which could be adapted for this situation) here.

Showing Up for Racial Justice’s Action Hours are here

 

About the author, Jen

Jen Lumanlan (M.S., M.Ed.) hosts the Your Parenting Mojo podcast (www.YourParentingMojo.com), which examines scientific research related to child development through the lens of respectful parenting.

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