Indigenous Rising

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Effects of racism on white children: 

-Denial of reality
-Rationalization
-Rigid thinking
-Superiority
-Fear and hatred

Effect of racism on children of color:

-Overidentification with white people
-Separation and alienation 
-Confusion and bewilderment
-Rejection
-Shame
-Anger and Rage

Roots & Wings: Affirming Culture in Early Childhood Programs, writtem by Stacey York, published by Redleaf Press, 2003.]

Consider this and the psyhcological impact of Native Mascotry on Native children’s self esteem  http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2014/07/22/indian-mascots-report-washington-nfl-team/13006145/