The World Still Needs Watching, A Story About Racism, Safety, and Love in 2025 (Melanated Minds Online) E-Book

Told through the voice of a loving Black storyteller, The World Still Needs Watching is a powerful children’s book that helps kids understand that racism didn’t disappear; it just changed. With warmth, honesty, and hope, it prepares young readers to recognize unfairness, stay safe, and hold their heads high in a world that doesn’t always treat everyone equally.

Through five heartfelt chapters, children learn about:

• Everyday racism in schools, stores, and neighborhoods

• How to stay calm, safe, and proud in unfair situations

• The importance of asking questions and speaking up

• The strength of ancestors who carried love and courage forward

• The pride of knowing their identity is beautiful and powerful

With gentle storytelling, affirmations, and vivid illustrations, this book is both a guide and a celebration. It teaches Black children that their lives, voices, and dreams matter,  today and always.