To understand others, sometimes it helps to “walk in their shoes”. The below stories give a brief glimpse into the experience of others. Take a moment to listen and reflect.
Elementary Lesson
Instructions: Watch the video/ listen to the story
How did the story make you feel?
Have you ever been in a situation that felt unfair?
Have you ever seen an unfair situation? What did you do about it?
Would you choose a new student for your soccer team?
Josh and Emma had lots of questions. Now it’s your turn to talk to your family and ask your questions.
Secondary Lesson
Instructions: Watch the video and think about Naudika’s story
Could you relate to any parts of Naudika’s story?
Have you ever felt that others were treated differently than you?
Were you treated better or worse? How did it feel?
Have you ever defended someone that was being treated worse?
What can you do to advocate for someone who is not being treated fairly?
Who can you talk to about your thoughts and feelings?
We’ve heard so much about resilience recently but what is it and why do we need it? Let’s take a look at what resilience looks like and how it benefits us!
To understand others, sometimes it helps to “walk in their shoes”. This SEL lesson gives a brief glimpse into the experience of others. Take a moment to listen and reflect.
Oftentimes we learn of or hear about social injustice but we do not feel equipped to make a difference. The first step in becoming an advocate is to understand that we are all different and accept that difference is good!
Honest and courageous conversations are just the beginning of our work for social justice. When we develop safe spaces to have these conversations in schools, we work together to dismantle oppression. Let's get talking!
There have been many conversations going on about equity and equality in education. You might hear these words on TV or on social media, but what do these words mean? What is the difference? Our new SEL lesson offers an answer.