Today we have focused seriously on Language Arts. Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs and Adjectives as well as singular and plural combinations of words. Our lesson with Lifepac does not include verbs, pronouns or adjectives. So, I decided to add them to our lesson since it was a bit boring for my son. Altogether, it has been very fun, we added a few games tossing a few of these words into a bowl and randomly deciding what, is what and categorizing them all. It might seem however, a lot for one class but the information was very well learned and reviewed. Besides, I think it is absolutely great to go with your kid's interests and guts..or at least........"sometimes". Overall, I am starting to love these LifePac courses since they are very repetitive and every time a new concept is taught we get to review old ones. I must say, I encourage the reading of the Teachers' Manual ahead of time and prepare talking about the learning material. It is fun!!!! and they also offer a few more sample lesson activities to use in your class. This was our project of Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs and Adjectives. Doing the Pronounds Project.
Introducing our adorable hermit crab pride stickers! 🏳️🌈🐚 Each one proudly displays a unique pride flag as their colorful shell. Introdusing Ace, our lovable Asexual pride hermit crab sticker! 🏳️🌈🐚 Ace embraces any pronouns and spreads a message of love and acceptance. They're here to remind you that you are valid, loved, and more than enough just as you are. Let Ace be a beacon of inclusivity and kindness, inspiring you to love others and treat everyone with respect. Stick Ace anywhere to celebrate asexuality, embrace self-love, and share the power of kindness with the world! 🌈💕 #HandmadeWithLove #AsexualPrideCrab Let's celebrate our unique journeys and spread love for all! 🌈💕 #HandmadeWithLove #TransPrideCrab. Stick her anywhere to celebrate diversity, embrace love, and honor who you truly are! These are the flags I have available at this point and time, if you have any requests for other flags, let me know! Let's build a world of inclusivity and self-love together! 🌈💕 #HandmadeWithLove #PrideCrabs
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Introducing our adorable hermit crab pride stickers! 🏳️🌈🐚 Each one proudly displays a unique pride flag as their colorful shell. Meet Dria, our adorable Pansexual pride hermit crab sticker! 🏳️🌈🐚 Dria proudly flies the pansexual colors and embraces any pronouns with joy. They love burrowing into the sand with their partner, sharing warm snuggles by the shore. Dria is here to remind you that your love is valid and beautiful, no matter who it's for. Stick this charming crab anywhere to celebrate pansexuality, love without limits, and the power of being yourself! 🌈💕 #HandmadeWithLove #PansexualPrideCrab These are the flags I have available at this point and time, if you have any requests for other flags, let me know! Let's build a world of inclusivity and self-love together! 🌈💕 #HandmadeWithLove #PrideCrabs
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Luke (they/he/she), a 15-year-old Human Rights Campaign youth ambassador from Texas, says, “Pronouns are important because they give individuals validation and a safe environment to be themselves.” We all know that classrooms need to be safe environments for students to thrive, but are educators brave enough to create that safe environment? Something as simple as a Student Introduction Card could make a student feel seen and affirmed. Stephanie Salem, a high school English teacher from AFT Local 1274 in suburban Chicago created the card. This strategy is similar to models seen across the country that allow for students to self-identify at the start of the year. Gender pronouns, while not always stagnant throughout the year, can be equally important to a student's identity as the pronunciation of names, language of origin, race, or nationality. Student Introduction Card Stephanie Salem, English Teacher, AFT Local 1274 So why are some educators having trouble with acknowledging students’ pronoun preferences? Part of the answer is that we are often missing key information and qualitative data about what a pronoun is, why it’s important, and the impact of not acknowledging it.What Are Gender Pronouns? A quick look at the LBGT Life Center website will provide an easily accessible definition of gender pronouns and their use in the LGBTQ+ community. “Pronouns are used in place of a proper noun (like someone’s name). We use pronouns most often when referring to someone without using their name. In English, our most commonly used pronouns (he/she) specifically refer to a person’s gender. For queer, gender nonconforming, nonbinary and transgender people, these pronouns may not fit, can create discomfort, and can cause stress and anxiety.”Why Are Pronouns So Important? Again, gender pronouns are identifiers, similar to names. While a cis-gender person might not need to clarify their identifiers (he/she), a person who does need to make their pronouns explicit should be respected. Vanessa Valenzuela (she/her/hers), a preschool teacher from Cerritos, Calif., identities as a lesbian and has been a champion of identity work through AFT’s Identity Affirming Classroom Team (I-ACT). She suggests that more people are able to express themselves and share their pronouns because of those who “paved the way.” In relation to history, Luke says “I have had to do my own research about LGBTQ+ history. I never had opportunities to be taught about it in school. However, what I do know is that pronouns have always been existent … and people using different pronouns isn’t a brand-new thing.” Luke is absolutely correct. The historical context surrounding pronouns did not begin with today’s young people; but we do have them, along with many others, to thank for continuing to keep these conversations in the forefront. Now that you know it’s important (then and now), the next time you want to show it’s important, just remember to say Hii: Humility—Be humble. It’s OK not to know it all or be caught up with all the new (or new to you) language used to identify people. Intentionality—Be intentional in how you use your words. Intentionality doesn’t always lead to a positive impact, but it can often be the outstretched hand in solidarity. Investment—Invest in learning, and invest in leading based on your new learning. There’s no better way to show up in solidarity with marginalized groups. What Is the Impact of not Acknowledging Pronouns? Data from The Trevor Project’s 2021 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health examines the diversity and effect that not acknowledging pronouns has on nonbinary youth. “Nonbinary youth who reported that ‘no one’ respected their pronouns had more than 2.5 times the rate of attempting suicide compared to those who reported that ‘all or most of the people’ they know respected their pronouns. Among those who didn’t have anyone in their life who respected their pronouns, 27 percent attempted suicide in the past year. The rate of attempting suicide in the past year dropped to 15 percent when a lot of people respected their pronouns and 10 percent when all or most people respected their pronouns.” The harsh reality is that language can be an act of oppression or an act of resistance. When marginalized groups experience oppression in the classroom through misgendering, not only can it be difficult to feel safe enough to learn, but sometimes it can also be reflected in the suicide rates of young people. OK! What now? There are many resources to tap into for support in addition to the student introduction card the Hii strategy we introduced earlier, and you can always check out any of the websites referenced in this blog. Here’s our favorite way to learn—simply engaging with real people about their real experiences, and believing them.When asked what kind of advice they would give to educators who want to be allies, Luke offered: “I love that allies are putting their pronouns in their bios. Instagram has a very important feature where you can put your pronouns next to your name. This personally makes me feel seen and validated.” Similarly, Vanessa Valenzuela advises allies to ask for pronouns, not make assumptions, and make sharing pronouns the norm at conferences and in large settings. She shares with young people, telling them: “It’s OK to be afraid, but as more time passes and you accept who you are, it will get easier. It might take months or even years, but eventually you’ll be safe.” It’s reminders like these that might give students some hope that they will enter into a safe and affirming classroom this school year. “Knowledge that has the power to heal” Public Education—The Trevor Project About the AuthorsKiesha E. Lamb (she/her/hers) is the director of educational equity at Assabet Valley Collaborative. She is an expert at facilitating rich and deepened dialogue among community members of all ages. With a focus on equity, she has linked people and communities that, at times, because of personal and/or systemic barriers, feel worlds apart. She uses art as a tool to advocate for the owners of absent narratives. Lamb grew up within two different major inner cities and graduated from Chicago public schools. She moved to the Twin Cities in Minnesota and earned a B.A. in educational equity and the arts from Metropolitan State University. During this time, she served as a professional development facilitator and consultant for Education Minnesota and the American Federation of Teachers. Lamb has dedicated her career to seeking equity in the corners of education, from a parent's access to their child’s education to a teacher’s access to culturally relevant materials. Omar Salem (he/him/his) teaches English language learners and business education at Niles North High School in Skokie, Ill. He is a proud member of the North Suburban Teachers Union where he chairs the Equity Committee. Salem has a bachelor's in business education, a master's in ELL and special education, and is currently working on an MBA in school business finance. As the child of immigrants who was raised in a "diverse" community, Salem has felt the pain of racism, prejudgment and inequality but has also been able to see the power of different minds and experiences coming together. He has worked in a variety of roles within the school, including classroom paraprofessional, activity and club sponsor, athletic coach and teacher. He is an educator committed to anti-racist, anti-biased, and pro-Black practices in and out of the classroom. Vanessa Valenzuela (she/her/hers) is a proud lesbian and a toddler teacher at Tracy Infant Center in the ABC Unified School District. She has been teaching children from birth to age 5 since 2012 in the Child Development Program and the Migrant Education Program. Valenzuela was born in Los Angeles, however, she was raised in Mexico for 14 years before returning to the U.S., where she graduated with honors from high school and later obtained her B.A. in human development in 2010; she went on to earn her M.A. in early childhood education with a specialization in trauma studies in 2016. Additional Resource LGBT Glossary
Are you looking for a fun way to show your pride AND your pronouns? Look no further! Each pin features bold, hand lettered script displaying your pronouns. The green, white, and blue stripes of the new MLM gay pride flag serve as the background💚🤍💙 Currently there are 9 options: He/Him He/They They/Them They/He He/They/She She/Her It/Its He/It Any Pronouns Please note the Any Pronouns pin literally says “any pronouns” and is not customizable 💖 Each button is lovingly hand pressed by a queer artist!🥰🌈 It is approximately 1.25 inches wide and features a pinback clasp. Great for backpacks, ita bags, jackets, and corkboards! Listing is for *one* pin. Colors may vary from your screen, and may appear different depending on lighting and monitor settings. Follow me on Instagram @minichelle.designs to be the first to know about sales and new products!
These adorable buttons are made by hand on our button machine! Choose between 1" or 2.25". There is an option to add holographic star film to your buttons for an extra cost. Your custom pronouns can go onto any pin! This includes neopronouns. Feel free to include whatever represents your identity! Samantha will handwrite the pronouns onto the design of your choice. You also have the choice to get your own custom design of anything you can think of! The file for your custom art will be sent to you, and you will receive 1 button in the mail. Samantha will work with you to make sure your design works well with the size chosen. If you would like multiple buttons, please contact us for a bundled price! NOTE: We will not put slurs onto these buttons, or anything offensive. These buttons are only for pronouns. Samantha reserves the right to reject custom designs that are offensive.
Today we have focused seriously on Language Arts. Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs and Adjectives as well as singular and plural combinations of words. Our lesson with Lifepac does not include verbs, pronouns or adjectives. So, I decided to add them to our lesson since it was a bit boring for my son. Altogether, it has been very fun, we added a few games tossing a few of these words into a bowl and randomly deciding what, is what and categorizing them all. It might seem however, a lot for one class but the information was very well learned and reviewed. Besides, I think it is absolutely great to go with your kid's interests and guts..or at least........"sometimes". Overall, I am starting to love these LifePac courses since they are very repetitive and every time a new concept is taught we get to review old ones. I must say, I encourage the reading of the Teachers' Manual ahead of time and prepare talking about the learning material. It is fun!!!! and they also offer a few more sample lesson activities to use in your class. This was our project of Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs and Adjectives. Doing the Pronounds Project.
🌈 PLEASE READ: ★ 1" is smaller than you thought™ (about the size of a quarter) ★ you have been informed, please don't be surprised by the size of the pins! 🙃 🌈 this listing is for assorted 1" pin-back buttons of your choosing 🌈 custom pronouns available! it's the last option on the list, select "custom pronouns" and share your pronouns + desired background color (black or pink) in the personalization field :) i'm more than happy to do more variations on these pronouns or neo pronouns, whatever ya need! 🌈 need a shitload of these? check out my bulk listing for deals: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1045357310/bulk-pronoun-pins-1-inch-buttons-queer (if the link is down, it's because i don't currently have the capacity for bulk orders) 🌈 if you don't like the orientation of the pin-back, hold the pin-back securely in one hand while rotating the pin counter-clockwise with your other hand until it's facing the direction you desire 🌈 protect from moisture to prolong the life of your pin! 🌈 more buttons here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/craftordiy/?section_id=17734207 ******THANKS FOR SHOPPING SMALL****** ⚧ when you buy this item, you are supporting a queer, nonbinary artist. thanks for allowing me to be my own boss! follow me on IG @craftordiy.art or check out my website: www.craftordiy.art ******SHIPPING****** ✷ orders ship twice weekly (usually on mon & thurs) ✷ i ship through usps using etsy postage ✷ i can no longer ship international on etsy, but i do over at my website! ******ECO INITIATIVE****** ✷ all my shipping materials are either compostable, recycled, or recyclable ✷ any tape/stickers on the envelope are biodegradable ✷ shipping labels are biodegradable & direct thermal printed ******REPARATIONS****** ✷ i donate 5% of my monthly income to BIPOC ✷ the money goes to BIPOC-led orgs or mutual aid requests ✷ more info at my website www.craftordiy.art/reparations
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