Includes bibliographical references (p. 171-178) and index.

Introduction: why a book about white children? -- 1. Ideals to practice -- 2. A short history of white racism in the United States -- 3. How children construct white identities -- 4. Fostering children's identities -- 5. Exploring white identities with staff and families -- 6. A short history of white resistance to racism in the United States -- 7. How children learn about racism and anti-racism -- 8. Fostering children's caring and activism -- 9. Cultivating caring and activism with staff and families.