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Raise Them Right

Parenting wisdom tailored for African and Caribbean families abroad.

Rated 5 stars

★★★★★

About The Series

"Four books packed with 60 story-driven lessons each, guiding diaspora families through identity, money, relationships, and character."

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trusted voices

5 stars

The 4 Books

Four essential guides for raising strong, confident Black youth in diaspora communities.

  1. Built Different

Raising street-smart Black kids in the Western world, ages 8 to 12.

  1. No Shortcuts

Empowering Black teenagers to outthink and outwork challenges, ages 13 to 18.

Our Books

Four powerful guides for every stage of growing up.

Cover of Book 1: vibrant illustration of a confident young child in a cityscape.
Cover of Book 1: vibrant illustration of a confident young child in a cityscape.
Built Different

Raising street-smart black kids, ages 8–12.

Cover of Book 2: dynamic teen looking determined against an urban backdrop.
Cover of Book 2: dynamic teen looking determined against an urban backdrop.
No Shortcuts

Guiding teens to outthink, outwork, outlast.

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This series truly speaks to our experience, helping my kids grow proud and confident.

Adele M.

Smiling mother reading 'Raise Them Right' book with her two children in a cozy living room.
Smiling mother reading 'Raise Them Right' book with her two children in a cozy living room.

The lessons are practical and heartfelt—perfect for parenting in a different culture.

Jamal K.

Father and teenage daughter discussing a lesson from the 'No Shortcuts' book outdoors.
Father and teenage daughter discussing a lesson from the 'No Shortcuts' book outdoors.
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My Journey

Over the years, I've worked closely with diaspora families, understanding their unique challenges and joys in raising children abroad.

Passionate about empowering parents.

Experience

Parenting Coach

Family Hub

2018 - 2022

Guiding parents through culturally relevant strategies to nurture confident children growing up in the Western world.

Author

Babs Kale

2023 - Present

Writing the Raise Them Right series to support diaspora families worldwide.

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