This
collection of fifty poems is contained in 101 pages with 17 illustrations
"This little book is innovative, humourous, non-confrontational
and has an engaging approach to the emotional subject of race and colour prejudice.
The author avoids the self-righteous, often accusatory stance; rather she considers
not only the manifestations of racial attitudes but she also philosophizes on
the nature of the problem of skin colour, its symbolism and social perceptions....
This book consists of a series of skillfully crafted poetic gems which address the complex and closely related issues of racism, prejudice, stereotypes, hate motivated acts, discrimination and pretensions of neutrality or indifference. The poems address not only those who hold strong negative attitudes towards people of colour, but also those who remain smug in their detached attitude in the face of racial injustices."
Joseph R. Manyoni, Ph.D.
Adj Associate Professor
Department of Sociology and Anthropology
Carleton University,
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
"This book of poems is literally an eye-opener. It is perfect for anyone interested in racial issues and is ideal for all schools with an anti-racist policy. It is geared to both elementary and secondary levels. The first 25 poems are geared more to the elementary level, while poems 26 - 50 are more challenging and therefore more suitable for gifted and secondary students. Each poem deals with a different racial issue and is guaranteed to raise the awareness of people everywhere especially teachers and students."
ISBN: 0-9682734-6-7
Price: $12.99
The Guide Book
"Open Your Eyes," comes with a guide book that is teacher friendly. Teachers are welcome to photocopy the poems and the questions. The poems are complete in themselves and can be read in any order. Each poem has a series of questions that make up a complete lesson. Teachers may integrate art, drama, music, history, geography etc. Every attempt is made to differentiate and to appeal to a broad range of abilities. Many questions are open-ended to allow for the expression of different opinions.
Price: $4.99
