Interrupting Hate: Homophobi C a in Schools a and What Literacy

Mollie V. Blackburn

Mollie V. Blackburn is an advocate for the LGBTQQ community. This work focuses on how both teachers and students can use literature in and outside the classroom to learn about the LGBTQQ community. She encourages teachers, students, faculty, and the community to be allies with one another in order to understand and accept all. There are many accounts and students included in this text who identify within the LGBTQQ community. This text identifies several pieces of literature that

About The Book

Practitioners Applications

Highlighted Literature to be Incorporated into Classrooms

Part I The Problem -stories of students impacted by the abuse that LGBTQQ students face in schools -sometimes teachers fail to intervene or advocate for LGBTQQ youth -little opportunity to engage in activities which positively validate student diversity -need more positive experiences and support Part II Agents and Activists -the Attic, community resource and safe place where LGBTQQ support, collaborate and celebrate each others identities and experiences -Literacy can act as a form of agency for LGBTQQ youth Part III Students and teachers as allies -from agency to activism -teachers should read and discuss

Understanding that diversity is not always visible Stop people from using slurs o Teach what they mean and explain consequences Prevent fights by addressing tensions o Take the time to develop and maintain community Interrupt violence Do not let fear (uncertainty) prevent you from doing what you know is right Recognize your personal biases Pay attention to students o Always be available o Use oral and written communication o Be open to students lives beyond school o Connect students to helpful resources Familiarize with community and school resources Recognize allies in the context in which you work

Boy Meets Boy The Color Purple Finding H.F. Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe Fun Home The God Box Perks of Being a Wallflower Prayers for Bobb
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