How did the black children at American school interact with Kingston?

The black children at American school interacted with Kingston with curiosity, acceptance, and some hostility. Initially, Kingston faced racial prejudice and discrimination due to her ethnicity and language barriers. Some black students were curious about her Chinese background and asked questions about her culture and customs. Others were friendly and welcoming, treating her as an equal and including her in their social activities. However, there were also instances of hostility and bullying from a small number of students who targeted her for her differences. Despite these challenges, Kingston persevered and eventually formed strong friendships with many of her black classmates.