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What is Story Starters?
We all want our kids to grow up with
big hearts, open minds, & helping hands.
Parents ask Story Starters...
“How can we explain race and racism when we feel we are
still learning about it ourselves?”
“How do I know if what I’m saying to my kids will have an impact?”
Story Starters helps families answer these tough questions.
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We know racial bias starts early, and avoiding conversations about race is harmful to our kids. So in collaboration with educators and researchers, we’ve developed an at-home program for families with kids ages 3 to 8. Our program supports parents who want to start and strengthen conversations about race with their children, using picture books as tools. Throughout the 8-week program, Story Starters families learn from educators, racial justice advocates, and each other.
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Learn more about our curriculum in the video below.
Winter 2025 Program
in Needham!!
Who: Families with kids ages 3 to 8 years old. Siblings welcome!​
Location: First Parish in Needham
Dates: January 26th - March 23rd
Fee: $125 - Scholarships available upon request​​
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Program participants receive:
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A bundle of 6 books
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5 parent guides full of research, resources, and family activities to help parents get started
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4 curated book lists to support further exploration and conversation
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2 family events and 2 parent workshops
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A network of current families and alumni to lean on and learn from​
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Program Dates:
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Sunday, January 26, 3:00-4:30pm: Program Launch*
Tuesday, February 11, 7:30-9:00pm: Parent Workshop (online)
Wednesday, March 5, 7:30-9:00pm: Parent Workshop (online)
Sunday, March 23, 3:00-4:30pm: Closing Family Event*​
​* All events will be located at First Parish in Needham
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