Start With Radical Love - Antiracist Pedagogy for Social Justice Educators

Foster an environment of love and healing within schoolsIn this groundbreaking book, educator, poet, and activist Dr. Crystal Belle challenges traditional educational practices and offers a new approach to teaching rooted in radical love and social justice. Combining research with personal experiences and interviews, Dr. Belle explores the roots and practical application of a social justice education framework grounded in Critical Race Theory (CRT), heart healing, educator beliefs, and a deep understanding of the structural inequities in education. Features of the book include:Personal narratives and-portraiture that highlight the complex human aspects of educationSample social justice lesson planning templates and a social justice oriented curricular mapPedagogical activities that encourage critical thinking and more inclusive classroomsRadical love notes, objectives, reflection prompts, and discussion questionsCritical discussion of special education, the school-to-prison pipeline, a