The Discussions in this course are conducted in groups. Please see the Announcements area for grouping information from your instructor. Click on the Discussion Forum link below, then click on the link to your assigned groups thread. Be sure to check for an updated Announcement at the beginning of each week as your instructor may elect to periodically update grouping assignments. Many of us have wonderful memories of being read to as children andor reading to children. It is often an experience that teaches the joy of language while also providing us a way to meaningfully connect socially and emotionally with others. Books, just like other forms of media, are created by people who, just like you, have been socialized to believe a range of stereotypes and biases. An important aspect of anti-bias education and living an anti-bias life is building the skill to effectively critique books for bias. If you can spot biases and stereotypes then you are empowered to support children to do the same. To prepare for this Discussion, review Checklist for Assessing the Visual Material Environment on pages 161162 in and 10 Quick Ways to Analyze Childrens Books for Racism and Sexism on pages 211213 in . With those articles in mind, complete the Childrens Book Bias Assessment form based on two books (including picture books) intended for infant, toddlers, and preschool age children. Using the online resources below, a local bookstore, or an online bookstore, select one classic and one contemporary childrens book and complete an assessment for each. For suggestions on modern/contemporary literature, please use the following links: For suggestions on classic childrens books, please use this link: Document: Childrens Book Bias Assessment. Go to the area to access this document. in response to the following prompts:
