Bring an anti-bias picture book to share with the class that addresses one of the eight major areas of bias: racism, sexism, hetero-sexism, ableism, classism, ageism, religious intolerance, and size acceptance. Be prepared to share why you selected your book and provide a brief summary.
Celebrating the strengths of children with Asperger Syndrome and high-functioning autism. An alphabetical enumeration of individual traits that make children--and others--unique features talents and abilities from the autism spectrum.
(Ableism)
A fictional story inspired by two sisters. It touches on the difficulties children encounter when they meet a child with special needs such as autism. Siblings may find it difficult to explain to their friends, or feel disappointed when their friends aren't more understanding. Leah's Voice tells the story of two sisters facing these challenges. Through her kindness and devotion, one sister teaches by example the importance of including everyone and showing acceptance.
(Ableism)
At once the monks encounter frightened villagers who lock their windows and darken their homes. The villagers have long been ravaged by harsh times, and their hearts have grown hard toward everyone they meet. But when the monks cleverly entice them to make soup from stones, the villagers discover how much they each have to give --- and how much more comes back in return.
(Cultural Identity)
When President Woodrow Wilson arrived in Washington, DC, to start his first term, women's rights leader Alice Paul was ready to demand an amendment to the Constitution that allowed women to vote. The president though that idea was ridiculous.
(Gender identity)
Holly Robinson Peete, bestselling author, actress, and national autism spokesperson, has paired with her daughter, Ryan to co-author this uplifting book based on their own personal experiences with Holly's son and Ryan's brother RJ, who has autism.
(Ableism)
Students have three options to retrieve books through the Smiley Memorial Library.
#1 - Choose a book displayed in this course guide, then come to the Smiley library to check it out. See How to Find Books on the Library's Shelves for more information on how to use the Library catalog to find a book in the Library.
#2 - Select a book from the annotated bibliography found under the additional resources tab, then come to the library for assistance in retrieving the title. Be sure to write down the complete title and author's name.
#3- If book selection is unavailable in the Smiley Memorial Library catalog, you may also come to the Library to place a request for an interlibrary loan.
*Silver medal winner in the 'Self-Esteem' category of the Moonbeam Children's Book Awards 2015* The colorful illustrations in this unique picture book will encourage children to love their bodies from an early age. By learning about all the wonderful things bodies can do, and how each body is different and unique, children will be inspired to take good care of their bodies throughout their lives. Promoting respect for body diversity among children will also encourage kindness and help prevent bullying. (Cultural Image and Size Acceptance)
From the acclaimed creator of Dancing at the Pity Party and Roaring Softly, this picture book is a pure celebration of all the different human bodies that exist in the world. Highlighting the various skin tones, body shapes, and hair types is just the beginning in this truly inclusive book. With its joyful illustrations and encouraging refrain, it will instill body acceptance and confidence in the youngest of readers. "My body, your body, every different kind of body! All of them are good bodies! BODIES ARE COOL!"
Bullied and shamed her whole life for being fat, twelve-year-old Ellie finally gains the confidence to stand up for herself, with the help of some wonderful new allies.
What do you love about you? Find out in this sweet padded storybook full of wonder and love!I love my wiggle toes. I love my smelly nose!From head to toe, there's so much to love about wild, wonderful you! With charming illustrations and a sweet, bouncy text that begs to be read aloud, this padded board book is a joyous reminder to little ones to love their whole selves -- just as they are.A glorious celebration of self-esteem that's full of humor, love, and heart.Wonderful Me: Books that celebrate the milestone emotional and social moments of little ones of today!
Rhyming text and illustrations celebrate being content with the skin in which one lives, whatever that skin might be. With the ease and simplicity of a nursery rhyme, this lively story delivers an important message of social acceptance to young readers. Themes associated with child development and social harmony, such as friendship, acceptance, self-esteem, and diversity are promoted in simple and straightforward prose. Vivid illustrations of children's activities for all cultures, such as swimming in the ocean, hugging, catching butterflies, and eating birthday cake are also provided. This delightful picture book offers a wonderful venue through which parents and teachers can discuss important social concepts with their children.
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