Krista Aronson

Krista Aronson is an Associate Dean of Faculty and Professor of Psychology at Bates College in Lewiston, Maine and Director & Founder of The Diverse BookFinder. Her scholarship focuses on illuminating how people come to understand complex social constructs like race and ethnicity, including how children process and understand race as well as appropriate, effective and productive ways to discuss this topic with them; specifically, the effective use of picture books to enhance intercultural relationships and self-understanding during childhood. Her own identity as a biracial woman deeply informs her work. The Diverse BookFinder and associated work are the focus of her active research, which represents a substantial portion of the professional effort of faculty at Bates. Krista is joined by members of the ALSC School Age Programs and Services committee Heather Beverley, Emily Nichols, and Stephanie Prato.