This Is Your Brain on Stereotypes: How Science Is Tackling Unconscious Bias by Drew Shannon, Tanya Lloyd Kyi
Published by Kids Can Press on September 1, 2020
ISBN: 1525300164
Pages: 88
Genres: Non-Fiction
Format: Chapter Book Nonfiction
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Two Canadian authors define bias, discrimination, prejudice, and stereotypes, and then relate how minds are trained to have certain beliefs. It uses science and relatable examples to explore these uncomfortable topics in an age-appropriate and engaging way. This book would make for good discussions in middle school classrooms and help young adults make sense of why we classify people, and how we can change our thinking. I particularly liked the Conclusion and the things we can do as individuals. My one criticism is that at times I felt the authors were a tad biased in their opinions.

Reviewed by Barb Rehmeyer