Partnering to Build Inclusive School Communities: Lerner + AmazeWorks
We’re proud to partner with AmazeWorks, an organization committed to the power of belonging. Together, we’ve created the Friendship Across Differences Kit—a thoughtfully curated book set featuring five powerful stories and an easy-to-use curriculum designed to help students form friendships across cultural, racial, and religious differences.
With this kit, educators can:
- Build strong peer relationships and foster supportive, inclusive classrooms
- Cultivate a welcoming environment where students recognize and appreciate differences
- Help students practice empathy, kindness, and respectful dialogue
Books Included:
The Rabbi and the Reverend: Joachim Prinz, Martin Luther King Jr., and Their Fight against Silence
Interest Level: Preschool – Grade 4
When Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his “I Have a Dream” speech at the March on Washington, he did not stand alone. He was joined by Rabbi Joachim Prinz, a refugee from Nazi Germany, who also addressed the crowd. Together, they spoke up and fought for a better future.
A Scarf for Keiko
Interest Level: Kindergarten – Grade 4
“A rich source for discussion, both about outward political oppression and the inward struggle to behave honorably amid it.”—Publishers Weekly
The Singer and the Scientist
Interest Level: Kindergarten – Grade 5
It’s 1937, and Marian Anderson is one of the most famous singers in America, but she endures constant discrimination as a Black performer. When she meets Albert, who has faced prejudice as a Jew in Germany, she discovers their shared passion for music—and their shared hopes for a more just world.
Perfect Match: The Story of Althea Gibson and Angela Buxton
Interest Level: Grade 1 – Grade 5
At the French Championships in 1956, Angela told Althea about her dream of winning Wimbledon with a doubles partner. To win as a team, they would have to stick to their strengths—together.
The Promise
Interest Level: Preschool – Grade 2
“Based on a true friendship, The Promise is a unique example of how diverse people form life-long bonds with mutual respect and admiration. A lovely, heartfelt story.”―Sydney Taylor Shmooze
Let’s build stronger school communities—one classroom at a time.
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