Your favorite book from childhood might be racist

The video discusses the potential racism in classic children's books, using 'Little House on the Prairie' as an example. The speaker shares a personal story of realizing racism at a young age and reflects on prejudice within their family. They suggest treating classic books like out-of-touch relatives, encouraging open discussions with children about the content.

Why might classic books be considered racist according to the narrator?

• They are written in a complex language.

• They were written by authors from diverse backgrounds.

• They were written in a time when prejudices were more common.

• They focus on modern societal issues.

What realization did the narrator have while playing 'Little House on the Prairie' with a friend?

• That the book was a historical account.

• That the book was not suitable for children.

• That Ma's hatred for Indians could extend to other races, including her own.

• That Ma was a kind character.

How did the narrator's understanding of racism evolve after hearing her uncle's comment?

• She realized that only strangers could be prejudiced.

• She understood that even loved ones can hold prejudiced views.

• She believed that racism was no longer an issue.

• She thought that her uncle was joking.

What does the narrator suggest we do with classic books that contain outdated views?

• Discuss their outdated views with children.

• Ban them completely.

• Ignore their content.

• Rewrite them to fit modern values.

How should one approach classic books with potentially prejudiced content, according to the narrator?

• By reading them without any discussion.

• By treating them like out-of-touch relatives and discussing their content.

• By avoiding them altogether.

• By updating their content to remove prejudices.