https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez Have you ever wondered how to teach your young child or student about diversity? This collection provides parents and teachers with step-by-step resources to teach K-5 age children about the importance of acknowledging and accepting our differences. This curation's objective is to define diversity, highlight the significance of acceptance, acknowledge global competence, and find ways children can celebrate humanity's differences. Follow along to address the hard-hitting topic of diversity in a fun, simple, and easy-to-follow format! en-us 2020-10-20 23:20:04 UTC 2023-05-27 19:48:37 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f30e.png snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846922731 Diversity is a loaded topic, so first let's begin by learning how to define and introduce it to children. This link will break down the complexities of the word into simplistic and consumable terms for children to understand. ]]> 2020-10-20 23:23:59 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846922731 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846923084 This video discusses diversity in a juvenile way. It is a wonderful starting point for a child who is first learning about the differences that make up humanity. ]]> 2020-10-20 23:24:15 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846923084 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846923215 Games are a great way to encourage children to learn about diversity in a thought-provoking and interactive way. Here, children will have the ability to define diversity with an array of games to choose from depending upon the age of the child. ]]> 2020-10-20 23:24:21 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846923215 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846923694 Now that we've identified the word diversity, we must discover what to do with it! Here you will discover ways  parents or teachers can encourage children to appreciate and accept their differences. ]]> 2020-10-20 23:24:44 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846923694 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846923949 Enjoy Elmo and his friends perform a read-aloud story time with the picture book We're Different, We're the Same by Bobbi Jane Kates. We're Different, We're the Same introduces acceptance of our differences using simplified human oppositions, such as "peach and tan", "curly and straight", and "long and short".]]> 2020-10-20 23:24:56 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846923949 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846924139 This video includes catchy music and encouraging lyrics that emphasize the importance of inclusion. The fun graphics are sure to catch your child or student's attention. ]]> 2020-10-20 23:25:04 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846924139 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846924598 This resource teaches children the importance of understanding global competence. Through interactive play, children learn about other cultures and how to apply their newfound knowledge to be upstanding, responsible, and caring citizens. ]]> 2020-10-20 23:25:22 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846924598 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846924927 Elliot and Kailash live on opposite sides of the world, but they find similarities within their differences. This is a wonderful book for story times highlighting the importance of understanding our global differences (and undeniable similarities). ]]> 2020-10-20 23:25:36 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846924927 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846925179 Thousands seek safety when war breaks out in a village in Sudan. This heartbreaking tale narrates the true story of struggle and introduces global complexities. ]]> 2020-10-20 23:25:48 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846925179 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846926927 Celebrate diversity through book format This blog suggests a variety of wonderfully crafted kid's books that celebrate our differences. ]]> 2020-10-20 23:27:13 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846926927 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846927150 Introduce children to the beauty of our differences. This video helps children identify their unique qualities and celebrate them. ]]> 2020-10-20 23:27:21 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846927150 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846927772 Now that we've established a base for understanding, recognizing, and celebrating diversity, this website provides adults with easy arts and craft ideas to implement children's newfound knowledge.]]> 2020-10-20 23:27:54 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846927772 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846928063 This website provides activity ideas for children to play, such as bingo and dress up, to apply their basic understandings of diversity. ]]> 2020-10-20 23:28:08 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/846928063 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/856128426 2020-10-23 15:11:02 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/856128426 snl49 https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/856130249 2020-10-23 15:11:28 UTC https://padlet.com/snl49/whklmpso2r4irvez/wish/856130249