Talk Starters: Not your average book club
Welcome to the Talk Starters book club: a new chapter for our Black Futures work here at Nugget!
We all know kids ask some tough questions, and it can be tough to know how to respond — especially when those questions are about skin color, racism, or diversity.
In partnership with A Kids Co., this free online book club will show you how to use books and storytime to spark meaningful conversations about race.
Celebrating Black Futures year-round
We’re working toward the goal of racial equity and inclusion in our business and in our society — toward a future where all children (and grownups) can experience the comfort and freedom to grow their imaginations.
For years, Nugget’s annual Black Futures efforts have worked to amplify Black voices, hold space for Black joy, and support organizations prioritizing play, prosperity, and potential for Black people.
Tap below to read more about our Black Futures work!
Miss our last event?
Consider this your personalized book guide for parents!
Check out past Talk Starters recordings, or shop our recent book club picks!
A Kids Book About Racism
Our first livestream event featured A Kids Co. CEO and author Jelani Memory, as we dove into his book, a kids book about™ racism.
A Little Book About Racism
Our first event was such an incredible resource that we followed it up with a new conversation with Jelani on A Little Book About Racism, geared toward kids ages 0-4.
A Kids Book About Juneteenth
Our June book club pick was A Kids Book About Juneteenth. Author Garrison Hayes joined us to chat about the importance and nuance of the holiday.
A Kids Book About Diversity
For our final Talk Starters of 2025, we featured A Kids Book About Diversity by Charnaie Gordon — all about celebrating our diversity and differences.
Raising Us: a parenting podcast
If you loved Talk Starters and you’re looking for similar content, check out Raising Us, a new podcast (sponsored by Nugget®!) from A Kids Co. and award-winning journalist Elise Hu.
New episodes drop weekly and feature fascinating guests who can help you navigate kids' tough questions about the world today. Go subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!
