Anti-Bias Community Resource Tools by Jessica Semedo

Positive and Confident Self-identities

jsemedo3 — 2024-03-14 16:32:39 UTC

A Bad Case of the Stripes by David Shannon is a wonderful story of a girl who feels as though she has to change herself and her likes to appease others. the reader quickly learns that this is not the case and never should be. Books such as this help children to develop their own sense of self and be proud of the person they are and will become. This Scholastic list is a great start for introducing children to this topic.

Standing Up for Oneself

jsemedo3 — 2024-03-14 16:32:41 UTC

When faced with bias, prejudice and racism, many children are unaware of how to stand up to the injustice and stick up for themselves and those around us. Read Brightly is a resource that helps parents find the literature to expand their knowledge on this topic, no matter what age. This includes books such as A is for Activist by Innosanto Nagara.

Similarities and Differences

jsemedo3 — 2024-03-14 16:32:42 UTC

This PBS resource is plentiful in information regarding the similarities and differences we have and how they make us who we are and bring us together rather than tear us apart. With reviews from actual children, books like Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña, are a great way to start swinging light on this issue.

Preventing Biases

jsemedo3 — 2024-03-14 16:32:43 UTC

The role of a parent when it comes to identifying and preventing biases is immense. This article published in the National Library of Medicine goes into depth about how parents can contribute to biases as well as how they can prevent them from forming.

Empathetic Interactions

jsemedo3 — 2024-03-14 16:32:44 UTC

SplashLearn is a blog dedicated to helping both educators and parents allow children to thrive in their educational environments. Topics regarding writing, math, and empathy are included within the website. In this entry, we discuss the different ways children can be introduced to the topic of empathy and later implement it into their daily lives.

Local Resources

jsemedo3 — 2024-03-14 16:32:45 UTC

The Anti-Defamation League serve Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. They offer tools and resources for individuals and organizations looking to understand and challenge different biases affecting the community and to improve community cohesion.

Gender Bias

jsemedo3 — 2024-03-14 16:32:47 UTC

KidsKonnect strives to create spaces and conversations that lead to racial healing, equity, and gender bias. By providing resources and support, they aim to empower communities to engage in meaningful dialogue and action.

Diverse Families

jsemedo3 — 2024-03-14 16:32:48 UTC

Head Start or the Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center, offers guidance on the many diverse family dynamics that exist. Their resources include pamphlets, articles and websites on family diversity and creating accepting and nurturing environments for children and their families.

Understanding Disabilities

jsemedo3 — 2024-03-14 16:32:49 UTC

A video that informs viewers of the challenges and opportunities that come with special needs children. This gives insight to families who may have children with disabilities as well as those who may not and hope to approach the topic.