Beyond the Stereotypes: A Guide to Resources for Black Girls and Young Women.

Authors :: National Black Child Development Inst., Inc., Washington, DC.
Wilson, Geraldine
Vassall, Merlene
Publication Year :: 1986
Abstract: This resource guide lists books, records, and films that provide a realistic and wholesome depiction of what it means to be a black girl or woman. Organized according to medium and appropriate age ranges, it includes a brief annotation for each item. Suggestions for use of the guide are provided, as are the following criteria for selecting resources for black girls: (1) accurate presentation of history; (2) non-stereotypical characterization; (3) non-derogatory language and terminology; and (4) illustrations demonstrating the diversity of the black experience. Also included are distributors and retailers from whom materials are available. (LHW)

Language :: English
Database :: ERIC
Notes :: Educational Equity for Black Girls Project: Building Achievement Motivation, Counteracting the Stereotypes.
Publication Type :: Electronic Resource
Accession number :: ED275772
Document Type :: Guides - General<br />Reference Materials - Bibliographies<br />Reports - Evaluative