Definition:
Is a personal quality that inclines people to feel sexual attraction to persons of the opposite sex, the same sex, or to both sexes.
Children's Literature:1. And Tango Makes Three
by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell Two female penguins receive a baby penguin at the zoo and become parents together. 2. My Two Super Dads
by Bronny and Muntsa All families come in different shapes, sizes, and family make-ups. |
Suggestions on how to help:1. Use children's literature to introduce this topic.
2. Seek information and advice from the school counselor. 3. Be open, respectful and honest with your students and children. 4. Discuss differences and similarities in all individuals. 5. Promote toys and activities that model different orientations. |
Activity:"Awareness Activity"
Give the student a number of various situations and have them write down how they would react. Then discuss as a whole group. |
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR ASSISTANCE, VISIT THE LINKS BELOW:
1. Mental Health America
2000 N. Beauregard St.
Alexandria, VA 22311
703- 684- 7722
2. Kaleidoscope Youth Center
1904 N. High Street
Columbus, OH 43201
http://www.kycohio.org
3. The Freedom Pages
202 South 12th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-732-9773
2000 N. Beauregard St.
Alexandria, VA 22311
703- 684- 7722
2. Kaleidoscope Youth Center
1904 N. High Street
Columbus, OH 43201
http://www.kycohio.org
3. The Freedom Pages
202 South 12th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-732-9773