Anti-bias Community Resource Too by Jisun Park

Positive and confident self-identities

jisunwi — 2024-09-04 00:23:30 UTC

Children's book You Matter by Christian Robinson Publisher and copyright date: Atheneum Books for Young Readers (June 2, 2020) You Matter by Christian Robinson supports the development of positive and confident self-identities by encouraging young children to view their cultural worlds in new ways, while conveying the importance of belonging and believing in their potential.

Standing up for oneself

jisunwi — 2024-09-04 00:24:34 UTC

Children's book Skin Like Mine by Latashia M Perry

Publisher and copyright date: G Publishing (November 15, 2016)

Skin Like Mine by Latashia M. Perry encourages standing up against bias and racism by celebrating the beauty of different skin colors and promoting self-love and diversity through the experiences of a young girl who embraces her unique skin tone.

Similarities and differences

jisunwi — 2024-09-04 00:25:25 UTC

Children's book Families, Families, Families! by Suzanne Lang and Max Lang

Publisher and copyright date: Random House Studio (March 24, 2015)

Families, Families, Families! is a picture book that helps children understand similarities and differences by celebrating the diversity of family structures, showing that no matter the form a family takes, love is what makes it a family.

Preventing biases

jisunwi — 2024-09-04 22:06:25 UTC

Using the "Mixing Playdough" activity, children are encouraged to mix different colors of playdough, including multicultural tones, to create new shades that reflect their own and others' skin colors. This hands-on activity helps prevent biases by challenging stereotypical thinking and fostering an appreciation for diversity, teaching kids that skin tones are varied and unique, just like people.

Empathic interactions

jisunwi — 2024-09-04 22:07:10 UTC

This article offers a variety of engaging activities, exercises, and worksheets designed to help both children and adults cultivate kindness and empathy in their daily lives, which are essential for developing empathic interactions, especially in diverse environments where multiple languages are spoken.

https://positivepsychology.com/kindness-activities-empathy-worksheets/

Understanding disabilities

jisunwi — 2024-09-04 22:07:53 UTC

The "Sesame Street & Autism" videos provide families with an accessible way to understand disabilities by showcasing the daily life and activities of a child with autism. Through these videos, educators can guide discussions with young children and their families, helping them develop empathy and a deeper understanding of autism, which fosters an inclusive mindset from an early age.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RuV8AddbXIs

Diverse families

jisunwi — 2024-09-06 15:43:08 UTC

Creating a "Family Tree" activity in the classroom allows children to explore and understand the various family structures, such as grandparents’ families, adoptive families, single-parent families, extended families, nuclear families, and families with same-gender parents. This activity helps children appreciate the diversity of family types and fosters inclusivity.

Gender bias

jisunwi — 2024-09-06 15:44:04 UTC

This article uses Tate’s choice of a pink coat to illustrate the importance of addressing gender and anti-bias decision-making in the classroom. It encourages teachers to reflect on their own biases and how classroom materials can inadvertently reinforce gender stereotypes. Also, the article introduces books that can be read with children to further support discussions around breaking traditional gender roles.

https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/yc/mar2019/exploring-gender-enacting-anti-bias

Local resources

jisunwi — 2024-09-06 15:44:43 UTC

Ithaca is a family-friendly community offering various programs and activities for families and children. Through the Cornell University International Services Office of Global Learning website, you can find information about local resources such as health and wellness, English language and culture programs, childcare options, local media for families, libraries, kid-friendly places and activities, restaurants, and shopping for children. These resources help families connect with the community and support their children’s growth and well-being.

https://international.globallearning.cornell.edu/life-cornell/family-resources