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Title: Beyond the Doll Tests: Affirming and Uplifting Black Students' Well-Being
Language: English
Authors: Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy
Source: Harvard Education Press. 2026.
Availability: Harvard Education Press. 8 Story Street First Floor, Cambridge, MA 02138. Tel: 888-437-1437; Tel: 617-495-3432; Fax: 978-348-1233; e-mail: hepg@harvard.edu; Web site: http://hepg.org/hep-home/home
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Page Count: 256
Publication Date: 2026
Intended Audience: Counselors; Teachers; Administrators
Document Type: Book
Guides - General
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Equal Education, African American Students, Blacks, Minority Group Students, Racism, Culturally Relevant Education, Trauma Informed Approach, Well Being, Self Efficacy, Mental Health, Sense of Belonging, Academic Achievement
ISBN: 979-88-95570-66-1
Abstract: In "Beyond the Doll Tests", Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy draws on decades of expertise as an educator, school counselor, and leader in equity to deliver compelling insights and practical strategies that address the impact of racism, trauma, and systemic inequities that shape Black students' experiences in America's schools. With powerful storytelling and evidence-based frameworks, this essential resource challenges educators to move beyond surface-level inclusion and become active partners in dismantling barriers to Black students' well-being. Through case studies, reflective exercises, and scalable interventions, Holcomb-McCoy reveals how the legacy of racial bias--exposed so vividly in Mamie and Kenneth Clark's historic doll tests--continues to shape educational experiences today. The book offers actionable tools grounded in Black Psychology and culturally responsive practice, giving educators new language and strategies to affirm students' strengths, foster self-efficacy, and nurture positive identity development. Readers will find a roadmap for transforming school counseling, classroom practices, and district-wide policies to prioritize mental health, belonging, and academic achievement for Black youth. This book is both a wake-up call and a beacon of hope, calling every educator to move from passive awareness to bold, principled action. With its blend of scholarly wisdom and heartfelt advocacy, this work empowers schools to become spaces where Black students are seen, valued, and equipped to thrive. For those ready to make real change, Holcomb-McCoy offers the vision and tools to get started.
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