Children as Change-Makers: Social Issue: Gender Equality by Jenna Smith

Children as Change-Makers: Social Issue: Gender Equality by Jenna Smith https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0 By Jenna Smith en-us 2020-08-06 19:39:47 UTC 2025-11-09 11:29:17 UTC hello@padlet.com Website with Hard Questions Answered for Parents jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671730482 This website provides answers to some frequently asked questions from parents about topics related to gender identity. Some parents have a lot of questions and concerns for their child's future, education and well being. ]]> 2020-08-06 19:44:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671730482 Inquiry Questions jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671735793 -What are feminine traits?

-What are masculine traits?
-What does it mean to be transgender?
-What can I do to help myself or my peers feel more comfortable expressing my gender identity?
-What does it feel like to be belittled or criticized because of your identity?
-Why do some people stand up to prejudice and unfairness while others choose not to?

]]> 2020-08-06 19:50:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671735793 Are You a Boy or Are You a Girl? by Sarah Savage and Fox Fisher jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671755045 This picture book follows Tiny, a child who likes dressing up and playing games, but doesn’t like telling people whether they’re a boy or a girl. This book is a great starting point for parents and teachers to address the idea of gender identity with children.]]> 2020-08-06 20:11:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671755045 The Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munsch jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671759643 The princess doesn't need rescuing in this story. Elizabeth, a beautiful princess, lives in a castle and wears fancy clothes. Just when she is about to marry Prince Ronald, a dragon smashes her castle, burns her clothes with his fiery breath, and takes Prince Ronald.The princess wears a paper bag and goes on to rescue Prince Ronald only to find out he cares more about her appearance than her personality. ]]> 2020-08-06 20:15:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671759643 My Princess Boy by Cheryl Kilodavis jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671764112 This book is a call for tolerance and an end to bullying and judgments. Inspired by the author’s son, and by her own initial struggles to understand him, this book is all about unconditional love and one remarkable family. Dyson loves pink, sparkly things. Sometimes he wears dresses. Sometimes he wears jeans. He likes to wear his princess tiara, even when climbing trees. ]]> 2020-08-06 20:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671764112 Video: Kids Meet a Gender Non-Conforming Person HiHo Kids jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671773667 I personally think that parents and teachers need to to know about HiHo Kids if they do not already. It is a YouTube channel that features a diverse cast of boys and girls of various ages who are open to learning new things. The YouTube channel features clever videos that show the students trying new things like unusual foods, meeting people with unique occupations and life stories, asking questions and playing with toys from all around the world. In this video a variety of students sit down with a gender non-conforming person and ask questions. ]]> 2020-08-06 20:31:42 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671773667 National Geographic Interviews Students from Around the World in This Video jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671784272 Hear Kids' Honest Opinions on Being a Boy or Girl Around the World | National Geographic: National Geographic traveled around the world to talk with 9-year-olds and ask what it's like to be growing up in 2016, and how gender affects their lives.]]> 2020-08-06 20:44:03 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671784272 Pinky And Rex And The Bully by James Howe jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671810298 This is a story about breaking gender norms and sticking up to a bully. The main character Pinky’s favorite color is pink, and his best friend, Rex, is a girl. Kevin, the third-grade bully, says that makes Pinky a "sissy". Pinky knows Kevin is wrong, but he’s still worried. Does Pinky have to give up his favorite things, and worse, does he have to give up his best friend?]]> 2020-08-06 21:16:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671810298 Organizations Focusing on Gender-Expansive Children and Youth jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671815222 "This mid-western program promotes gender inclusive education and awareness surrounding transgender, transsexual, intersex and gender diverse people through evidence based care, education, research, advocacy, public and private policy and respect in transgender health and wellbeing."]]> 2020-08-06 21:23:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671815222 Professional Development and Training programs jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671817724 Gender Spectrum has Professional Development and Training programs that have reached educators who work with more than 3.2 million children. In one year, we conducted training for more than 130 leading organizations of youth-serving professionals.

Their Online Groups and Programs reach adults and youth from more than 20 countries and all 50 states. The Gender Spectrum Lounge has members in all seven continents,

Gender Spectrum works to create gender sensitive and inclusive environments for all children and teens. They also provide community information and training on support for gender variant children and their families.

]]> 2020-08-06 21:26:30 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671817724 Inquiry Questions jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671823452 -Does my district or school’s anti-bullying policy expressly protect students from harassment based on gender identity?
-Can technology use help reduce gender discrimination?
-How do gender misconceptions impact behavior?
-Is there gender discrimination in sports?]]> 2020-08-06 21:34:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671823452 I Am Jazz by Jessica Herthel and Jazz Jennings jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671824128 The story of a transgender child based on the real-life experience of Jazz Jennings, who has become a spokesperson for transkids everywhere. From the time she was two years old, Jazz knew that she had a girl's brain in a boy's body. ]]> 2020-08-06 21:35:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671824128 I Want to be a Cowgirl by Jeanne Willis jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671858386 The big city meets the wild Wild West in Jeanne Willis's lyrical text, accompanied by hilarious illustrations from Tony Ross. From the window of a high-rise city apartment, a little girl imagines a very different view and dreams of a very different life. This book makes it okay to have goals and dreams that may be different than the norm.

“I don’t want to be a good girl-
Good girls have no fun.
I can’t play quiet games indoors,
I love the rain and sun.
I don’t want to be a girly girl
Who likes to sit and chat.
I just want to be a cowgirl, Daddy,
What’s so wrong with that?”

]]> 2020-08-06 22:30:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671858386 Little Granny Quarterback by Bill Martin Jr & Micheal Sampson jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671861946 This story talks about women in sports, especially football, a sport currently dominated by men. Granny Whiteoak, who was a star quarterback in her youth, hears on TV that her team is in trouble. She leaps from her bed and into the television, coming out at the stadium where she defeats the opposition with a startling touchdown. ]]> 2020-08-06 22:36:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671861946 Inquiry Questions jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671863986 -What are some differences and similarities in behavior between girls and boys?

-What are some stereotypes in advertisements?

-What are some gender differences in education?

-How have you seen gender discrimination in the classroom?

]]> 2020-08-06 22:39:53 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671863986 Malala's Magic Pencil by Yousafzai, Malala jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671868097 This is a wonderful story for students to read. As a child in Pakistan, Malala made a wish for a magic pencil. She would use it to make everyone happy, to erase the smell of garbage from her city, to sleep an extra hour in the morning. But as she grew older, Malala saw that there were more important things to wish for. ]]> 2020-08-06 22:46:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671868097 Little Kunoichi the Ninja Girl by Sanae Ishida jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671991424 here is much to intrigue both genders, from silly jokes and pink dragons to swordplay. Little Kunoichi, a young ninja in training, is frustrated. Inspired by tiny Chibi Samurai’s practice and skills, she works harder than ever and makes a friend. Together, they show the power of perseverance, hard work, and cooperation when they wow the crowd at the Island Festival. Ninja skills don’t come easily to Little Kunoichi. ]]> 2020-08-07 01:30:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671991424 Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean’s Most Fearless Scientist By Jess Keating, Illustrated by Marta Alvarez Miguens jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671996225 This is the story of Shark Lady. Eugenie Clark was determined to become an ichthyologist — no matter the people who told her.]]> 2020-08-07 01:35:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/671996225 McGraw Hill Stem Career Kids Website jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672000065 This websites explores various STEM careers in a fun engaging way for students to understand. Students will learn about real-world scientific concepts via videos and they will get to follow where the STEM Career Kids’ adventures take them. ]]> 2020-08-07 01:40:27 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672000065 Source for Teachers jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672006308 3 Stages of STEM Education. Building challenges,
engineering design challenges, and design competitions for students.]]> 2020-08-07 01:48:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672006308 Ruth Bader Ginsburg The Case of R.B.G. Vs. Inequality by Jonah Winter jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672010076 To become the first female Jewish Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg had to overcome countless injustices as a woman. Learn about her story in a picture book.
-A New York Times/New York Public -Library Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2017

-2018 ALA Notable Children's Book

-2018 Parents' Choice Gold Medal

-2018 Notable Social Studies Trade -Book for Young People

-2018 Amelia Bloomer List selection

-ILA 2018 Teachers' Choice Reading List selection

-A 2018 Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year

]]> 2020-08-07 01:53:22 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672010076 Talking to Kids About Gender Equality Video Resource jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672014758 From The House of Wellness Episode 40.
“Talking to kids about the facts of life has always been tough. So we asked a group of parents and their children to sit down and talk through some of life's biggest and most important topics.This week we asked our curious kids what they know about gender equality.”]]> 2020-08-07 01:59:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672014758 Mae Among the Stars By Roda Ahmed, Illustrated by Stasia Burrington jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672016335 This book, based on the life of Mae Jemison, the first African-American woman to travel to space, is about pushing back against sexism and racism and about the value of hard work.]]> 2020-08-07 02:01:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672016335 From the Stars in the Sky to the Fish in the Sea By Kai Cheng Thom, Illustrated by Wai-Yant Li and Kai Yun Ching jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672017573 Miu Lan is a child who can change into any shape imaginable, but can’t decide which to. Do they want to be a bird or a fish, a tree or a star, a boy or a girl. ]]> 2020-08-07 02:02:55 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672017573 Julián Is a Mermaid by Jessica Love jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672019569 While riding the subway home from the pool with his abuela one day, Julián notices three women all dressed up. When Julián gets home, daydreaming of the magic of the women he saw all he wants to do is dress up just like them in his own marvelous mermaid costume.]]> 2020-08-07 02:05:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672019569 Women in Sports: 50 Fearless Athletes Who Played to Win by Rachel WinIgnotofsky, jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672037153 A book featuring the profiles of fifty pioneering female athletes, from the author of the New York Times bestseller Women in Science. With wonderful illustrations, Women in Sports highlights the achievements and stories of fifty athletes. It covers more than forty sports and contains infographics about notable women's teams throughout history.]]> 2020-08-07 02:11:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672037153 Susan B. Anthony by Alexandra Wallner jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672040956 Susan B. Anthony is incredibly important to learn about. During this time women and men were not considered equal. Women could not own property, vote, or receive good education. Susan envisioned a time when women would be treated fairly and became a voice for change.]]> 2020-08-07 02:16:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672040956 Inquiry Questions jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672422414 -What was the justification of inequality in American history?
-What are some outdated gender stereotypes?
What would you like to see for the future of gender norms?]]> 2020-08-07 14:05:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672422414 Blog Post: Gender Equity in the Classroom by Rebecca Alber jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672578090 Rebecca Alber writes some ideas on how to minimize gender bias in teaching practices and curriculums.]]> 2020-08-07 16:35:13 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672578090 A Class That Turned Around Kids' Assumptions of Gender Roles jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672589357 All of the students in this class are asked to draw a firefighter, a surgeon and a fighter pilot. When a real-life firefighter, surgeon, and fighter pilot drop in on a classroom, these kids have their assumptions about gender roles turned around.]]> 2020-08-07 16:45:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/672589357 Video Story: Catching the Moon: The Story of a Young Girl's Baseball Dream jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673176028 If there was anything in the world better than playing baseball, Marcenia Lyle didn't know what it was. As a young girl in the 1930s, she chased down fly balls and stole bases, and dreamed of one day playing professional ball.]]> 2020-08-08 16:44:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673176028 Ruby's Wish By Shirin Yim Bridges jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673176980 A historic fiction story set in a bygone era in China about a girl’s wish to continue her education rather than get married. Her dream is fulfilled when her perseverance with her athome studies attracts her grandfather’s notice. ]]> 2020-08-08 16:48:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673176980 Ballerino Nate by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673179060 After being teased by his brother about wanting to become a ballerina, Nate begins to believe his jokes about having to wear a tutu and pink shoes when he discovers he is the only boy in the class. in a moving story he follows his dreams of dancing and expresses his strong determination to dance]]> 2020-08-08 16:54:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673179060 Four Ways to Teach Gender Equity in your Classroom jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673182592 A blog post about teaching gender equality in the classroom. Jarah Botello talks about choosing culturally responsive texts and selections that require you to know your reader(s) and consider their experiences, motivations and knowledge. As well as texts/voices that are windows and mirrors.
Participate Learning, formerly VIF, empowers educators to ignite change and inspire students. With more than 30 years of experience developing school programs and facilitating cultural exchange, Participate Learning is a leader in globally focused education.]]> 2020-08-08 17:07:05 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673182592 Our Class is a Family by Shannon Olsen jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673187748 Teachers do so much more than just teach academics. They build a sense of community within their classrooms, creating a home away from home where they make their students feel safe, included, and loved. This is a book that will help build and strengthen classroom community.]]> 2020-08-08 17:24:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673187748 Activity: Small Group Discussion & Writing jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673230462 Have students come together in small groups and create a poster board together. They are to come up with ways to make their peers and friends feel included, safe and loved in and out of the classroom. What does that look like? What are some ways we can include people who are different than us? How can we ask questions that are respectful? ]]> 2020-08-08 19:47:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673230462 Activity: Whole Class Discussion & Prezi jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673232718 After students meet with their small groups, have them share what they came up with on their posters. Have each group share their posters with the class and pick highlights from each one (Some may be repeats) and create a Prezi with the class, if resources allow a teacher to do so. ]]> 2020-08-08 19:55:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673232718 How to Teach Children about Gender Equality jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673242843 "Children between the ages of 2 and 6 learn stereotypes about toys, skills and activities that are typically associated with each gender, according to the analysis of more than 150 articles, interviews, books and other research. Kids between the ages of 7 and 10 start to attribute certain qualities to women and men, such as that men are aggressive and women are emotional."]]> 2020-08-08 20:28:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673242843 Small Group Project jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673244591 Have students use mini personal whiteboards. Have each student in the small group create a T-chart on their whiteboard with “male” and “female” on each side. Have students list at least 5 male characters and 5 female characters from the shows and movies you enjoy. Next, identify the profession each one portrays in a particular show or movie. Have the students each share their characters. Then have students answer these questions with their small group:

1. Is there a character in a TV show or movie who has inspired you to want to pursue a certain career?
2. Is there one that makes you want to avoid a certain career? Explain why.
3. Are men and women portrayed accurately and fairly in your career choice in TV shows and movies? Explain why or why not. ]]> 2020-08-08 20:34:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673244591 Independent Reflection Activity jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673833101 Handout with 4 parts for the students to write in to help reflect on instances of bullying. Each part is labeled as follows: “Names I’ve been called” “Names I’ve called others” “Time when I was treated unfairly” and “Time when I was unfair to others” This is an independent activity. The students do not need to write anything, they can simply reflect if they do not feel comfortable writing anything down.

]]> 2020-08-10 03:35:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673833101 When the Bee's Fly Home: Andrea Cheng jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673845423 It is okay for boys to not fit the norm. This little boy Jonathan is frustrated that he isn’t strong enough to help his father with his beekeeping duties, but he finds other ways to help his family when a drought hits and they struggle to make ends meet. He uses his artistic talents to sculpt beautiful beeswax candles, which are a hit at the market.]]> 2020-08-10 03:53:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673845423 You Forgot Your Skirt, Amelia Bloomer by Shana Corey jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673849171 This is the true story of Amelia Bloomer, a rebellious reformer and early women's rights activist. Amelia wants to change the way women live and dress. They can’t work, vote, and have to wear such restricting clothing. So she invents the bloomers - baggy pantaloons worn with a short skirt over them. ]]> 2020-08-10 03:58:30 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673849171 jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673851606 How would you feel if you had to wear a skirt all the time?

]]> 2020-08-10 04:01:35 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673851606 All I Want To Be Is Me by Phyllis Rothblatt jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673865169 The book gives voice to the feelings of children who don't fit into narrow gender stereotypes, and who just want to be free to be themselves. "All I Want To Be Is Me" offers a wonderful way for all children to learn about gender diversity, embracing different ways to be, and being a true friend. ]]> 2020-08-10 04:19:55 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673865169 Rosie Revere, Engineer by Andrea Beaty jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673869228 This is a New York Times bestselling picture book about pursuing a passion and learning to celebrate each failure. Rosie wants to become an engineer, even if her uncle laughs at the idea. So when her great-great-aunt, Rose, tells her she’s always wanted to fly, Rosie gets to work to make her aunt’s dream come true. Though her contraption crashes, her aunt explains why Rosie’s invention is not actually a failure.]]> 2020-08-10 04:25:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/673869228 Activity: Have Students Create and Share their Own Creations jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/674240188 After reading the story: When the Bee's Fly Home by Andrea Cheng I plan to have students make their own "candles" out of moldable wax sticks to let them process things in their own way. Students are free to make whatever they would like and take some time to be creative with their peers. See what students create and have students share what they made with the class. ]]> 2020-08-10 13:58:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/674240188 Jacob's Room to Choose by Sarah Hoffman and Ian Hoffman jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/674255697 When Jacob tries to use the boy's bathroom, he is mistaken for a girl and chased out. He feels so hurt and confused. Jacob's friend Sophie faces the same situation and their peers get together to make things better. This book also features a "note to parents" by Lore M. Dickey, PhD, that features a guide for caregivers that includes a list of helpful resources on how support and advocate for gender nonconforming and transgender students. ]]> 2020-08-10 14:09:30 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/674255697 When Aidan Became a Brother by Lukoff, Kyle and Kaylani Juanita. jennasmith2413 https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/674269626 This transgender boy gets ready to be a big brother. The author of this story is also transgender. Aidan wants to ensure everything will be great for his younger sibling. Aidan knows that sometimes grown-ups can make mistakes, like when his parents thought he was a girl when he was born. He realizes throughout the story that mistakes can be fixed with open communication and acceptance. ]]> 2020-08-10 14:18:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jennasmith2413/mfcvqdg9gdimaqy0/wish/674269626