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Michael Tyler's "The Skin You Live In" promotes the concept of acceptance, which he believes includes recognition, acknowledgement, and affirmation. The nursery rhyme format is perfect for young readers!
This duo is teaching parents and children about self-love through their first-of-its-kind picture book ‘Mirror Face.’
From relating conversations on bias to windows and mirrors to researching activists, five Kansas City metro elementary and middle school teachers recently discussed implicit bias in the classroom and how to approach the subject with children.
Author Michael Tyler talks about the important, foundational lessons to be gleaned from his new childrens book, 'Mirror Face.'
Acceptance. Hope. Transformation. In this powerful episode, Rick is joined by critically acclaimed author, Michael Tyler, who, among many accomplishments, wrote the children's book, "The Skin You Live In.” Michael discusses the indoctrination of racism...
On September 1, the Clinton Center hosted a Bridge Builders Conversation with author Michael Tyler, moderated by author and presidential diarist Janis Kearney.
Michael Tyler joins WGN’s Julie Unruh to discuss his book The Skin You Live In and ways for parents to address issues of racial bias and equity with their children.
The Skin You Live In, a book targeted to 4- to 8-year olds, can be enjoyed by teens and adults as well. It was published in 2005 and reprinted frequently ever since.
When Michael Tyler’s oldest son Sascha was 5, he came home from school crying. Someone had called him a name, and while Sascha didn’t understand the name, he knew it was bad because of the way everyone around him had reacted.
Books about race are topping bestseller lists right now and have been for weeks. One getting a lot of attention: The Skin You Live In, a children's book written and illustrated by Chicagoans.
There is renewed interest in a children’s book written and illustrated by a couple of Chicagoans. “The Skin You Live In” was published in 2005 by the Chicago Children’s Museum.
Author Michael Tyler talks about his book 'The Skin You Live In' and the importance of broaching tough conversations with your children.
There has been great unrest in the U.S. regarding racial justice. Our current environment can certainly be an overwhelming subject for parents to tackle. However, the kids' books below handle subjects like race and equality with grace, offering a perfect starting point for moms and dads.
Michael Tyler’s popular picture book for children “The Skin You Live In” helped inspire Chicago Children’s Theatre and local playwright Gloria Bond Clunie to create My Wonderful Birthday Suit!, a new play for kids ages 4 to 7 opening next week about diversity acceptance.
Author Michael Tyler joins PIX11 to discuss co-writing “Girls of the World: Doing More Than Ever Before” and why he feels the book is more important now than ever.