Stereotypes
What is a stereotype?
The false idea or assumption that all members of a group are the same and think and behave in the same way
True or False: Talents and hobbies are part of your IDENTITY
TRUE
What is gender?
One’s innermost concept of self as boy, girl, a blend of both or neither.
How you see yourself and what you call yourself.
What does DIVERSITY mean?
Differed, varied, different!
Who is the school Counselor?
Gaby!
What is a common stereotype for girls?
Wearing pink
Enjoying make-up & fashion
Should have long hair
Want to impress boys
Be gentle and kind
What are 3 aspects or parts of identity?
Gender
Sexuality
Ability
Culture
Ethnicity
Race
Religion
What is one type of gender identity?
Cisgender
Transgender
Non Gender Conforming
What is one way you can be ANTI-Racist?
Call-In friends to challenge racist or biased ideas/thoughts
Watch diverse media and celebrate different backgrounds, races, and culture
Respect all identities
Try not to use stereotypical phrases or comments
What does the 'B' in LGBTQIA+ stand for?
*BONUS: what does this term mean?
Bisexual.
Attraction towards females and males
How can you challenge stereotypical thinking?
Watching diverse media
Having diverse friends
Taking SELf class!
true or false: you can see ALL parts of someone else's identity just by looking at them.
FALSE
Can you guess someone's gender?
Nope! Only way to find out is to ask or allow the person to share it themselves.
What is one GROUNDBREAKING piece of media that helped to challenge stereotypes and celebrate diversity?
Black Panther
Into the Spiderverse
Encanto
Coco
Moana
Shang Chi
What is CULTURE?
Language
Religion
Food
Clothing
Music
Holidays
What is a common stereotype for people with disabilities?
Life is so hard.
Can't do most things
Need help for everything
Not as smart
STEREOTYPES
What is an example of gender expression? How would someone express their gender?
Hair styles
clothes
walk/talk
greetings
WHY is it important to have diverse cultures and races in children's media?
Diverse examples enrich life, exposing kids to things they may not see in their everyday worlds—places to travel, songs to sing, foods to enjoy.
What geographical feature is used to explain IDENTITY? AND WHY?
An Iceberg? Most of it is hidden as is our identity.
Where do we learn stereotypical thinking?
Media
Family
Society
Can someone's identity change?
YES
Why is TRANS AWARENESS Week necessary?
Because Trans folks often face discrimination and unfair treatment just because of their identity. Highlighting this and honoring this community works to challenge biased ideas
"What does the word 'inclusion' mean when we talk about diversity, and why is it important in a community or group setting?"
Ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity,
Everyone is INCLUDED
Everyone feels welcomed
What is your SELf teacher's name?
DENIELLE