Helping children cope with grief can seem daunting. Death is likely not something that is regularly discussed, and when someone or something dies, it may be our first time realizing a book may help our little ones process their feelings. We hope that these steps and book recommendations can help you and your family heal and process feelings. Step 1: Normalize Talking About Death Talk about death when it’s not a pressing issue – this way it will be an easier conversation when the time comes to discuss losing a loved one. For example, little ones can learn about life cycles and death through dea ..read more

The month of May brings us Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month! It’s a month where we, the Little Feminist community, want to affirm all of the Asian diaspora – and it’s important to include all of these acronyms.  As a child, I longed to read books about the life that my paternal grandparents left behind when they emigrated from China. I couldn’t speak Toisanese to my Nyen Nyen, and she couldn’t speak much English to me. Growing up, I was always searching for stories that could better connect us. Despite not being able to communicate with words, I alwa ..read more

Earth requires our attention more than just one day a year. On Earth Day and every day, spend a moment to appreciate the environment in which we live, love, and play. To kick off Earth Day and continue it throughout the year, try one or all of the following ideas. Step 1: Implement small sustainable habits into your routine.  You can even brainstorm together about what environmental changes to make as a family! This can include things to do at home, like turning off the lights when leaving a room or turning off the faucet when not in use. When you go out together, pack refillable water bo ..read more

So, how do we choose what books to send, and what exactly is included in each Little Feminist book box? Book curation is the most important thing that we do. And we take it seriously! We want our kiddos to know that the world around them is full of rich diversity, and we want all kiddos to feel supported and seen. We believe books are a starting place to learn empathy and compassion – and gain different perspectives. [PHOTO] Throughout the year, our Book Selection Team reads over seven hundred books each year – and only about 10% make it through our process. At Little Feminist, we are committe ..read more

Many of us didn’t grow up in homes where we talked about emotions, but there’s one thing for sure – we all grew up feeling them. All emotions matter, and they give us signals and cues that guide us through life. They tell us important things like what we like or don’t, and what’s most important to us. With feelings and emotions being abstract concepts, it’s crucial to start these conversations early.  Just as we ensure that our kids learn reading, writing, and mathematics to build their academic intelligence, there’s another intelligence that matters just as much – emotional intelligence ..read more

Have you noticed bullies and villains are usually portrayed as someone bigger? Or that victims are often portrayed as thin? How about fat characters usually serving as comedic relief?  We live in a culture that defines beauty by white colonial/male standards, and a media landscape that teaches ALL GENDERS that our worthiness is equal to our weight, youth, and beauty. Kids and their curious minds can easily pick up on these messages and this affects how they feel about themselves.  To be “body-positive” means not only to be confident in one’s skin but also accepting of all the differe ..read more

We believe Black History should be celebrated all year round, and this month is a great time to take stock of the books on our shelves to ensure we have Black voices (and art) represented. This month most media recounts stories of slavery and the fight for civil rights. As such, we wanted our book lists to honor the depth of Black experiences, from celebrating Black joy, Black artists and innovators, Black folks nature, and more! Jump to: Section 1: Books that Highlight Black Joy Section 2: Books that Celebrate Black Folks In Nature Section 3: Books that Explore Black Fantasy & Imaginatio ..read more

Have you noticed bullies and villains are usually portrayed as someone bigger? Or that victims are often portrayed as thin? How about fat characters usually serving as comedic relief?  We live in a culture that defines beauty by white colonial/male standards, and a media landscape that teaches ALL GENDERS that our worthiness is equal to our weight, youth, and beauty. Kids and their curious minds can easily pick up on these messages and this affects how they feel about themselves.  To be “body-positive” means not only to be confident in one’s skin but also accepting of all the differe ..read more

Children grow up in many different structures of families, and at different times in their lives, their family structure may change. For young children, the family they live in is their “normal” family. It is important that all children understand the various diverse family structures of their peers in their immediate communities and beyond and know that all family structures hold high value and importance to their members. What kind of family books are these? Check out the picture book recommendations below for ideas of ways to talk about family structures with little feminists of all ages! W ..read more

Our board book Celebrations (the 4th book in our We Are Little Feminists board book series) helps families and educators discuss belief systems, ceremonies, and holidays to spread love and understanding for all faiths. Curious about all the faiths and practices represented in our book? Read our explanations for each page below! Page 1 – Adoption Day Adoption day is when a child legally becomes a part of their new family. It’s important to know celebrating a child’s “Adoption Day” is controversial as it is both joyful and representative of a change or loss. Books we love featuring adoption: L ..read more