That is especially true for parents of white children. Research shows that white children show both a preference for other white children and bias against Black individuals, all before Kindergarten. Black children, on the other hand, encounter racial discrimination as early as age 6. Let me be very clear: I am in no way suggesting that the white children on the playground that day with my daughter are racist. There is no way to avoid the emotions, including discomfort, that may arise when talking to children about racism and bias.

Source: Huffington Post October 16, 2025 13:55 UTC