Kirjahaku

What is an Ally? What is Allyship? Why should we teach it in primary schools? Allyship is many things. It is empathy, community, action, positivity, inclusion, anti-racism, aspiration and more. Allyship is learning about diversity and difference and making a conscious choice to support those who are marginalised. This learning has always mattered in primary schools. In this book, educator Frances Akinde outlines what allyship is and why it matters more than ever in primary schools today. Through practical guidance and support, Frances empowers teachers to take positive action right now. Her practical support includes lesson ideas, learning activities and key resources. Through allyship. children can learn to be agents of positive change in their schools and communities. This book enables teachers to bring this learning to the classroom.

What is an Ally? What is Allyship? Why should we teach it in primary schools? Allyship is many things. It is empathy, community, action, positivity, inclusion, anti-racism, aspiration and more. Allyship is learning about diversity and difference and making a conscious choice to support those who are marginalised. This learning has always mattered in primary schools. In this book, educator Frances Akinde outlines what allyship is and why it matters more than ever in primary schools today. Through practical guidance and support, Frances empowers teachers to take positive action right now. Her practical support includes lesson ideas, learning activities and key resources. Through allyship. children can learn to be agents of positive change in their schools and communities. This book enables teachers to bring this learning to the classroom.

This accessible and informative guide explores the intersection of race, disability, neurodivergence and education, emphasising the importance of taking an intersectional approach to address the unique challenges faced by marginalised and minoritised students. The chapters feature rich, honest conversations with advocates in education who generously share their professional and lived experiences. These stories were not easy to tell, they are deeply personal and often challenging to hear, but they are shared with courage and openness to drive meaningful change. In amplifying these voices, the book delves into a wide range of pertinent topics from bias and stereotyping to misdiagnosis, mental health and safeguarding, offering a holistic understanding of intersectionality. Throughout, the book provides actionable strategies and real-world examples of successful practices, with guidance included to create supportive learning environments, ensure valuable ongoing teacher development, and collaborate with families and communities. Exploring Intersectionality in Schools encourages advocacy and inspires change, offering thoughtful insights and concrete tools to transform educational practices and policies. It is essential reading for all educators, policymakers, advocates, parents and carers.

This accessible and informative guide explores the intersection of race, disability, neurodivergence and education, emphasising the importance of taking an intersectional approach to address the unique challenges faced by marginalised and minoritised students. The chapters feature rich, honest conversations with advocates in education who generously share their professional and lived experiences. These stories were not easy to tell, they are deeply personal and often challenging to hear, but they are shared with courage and openness to drive meaningful change. In amplifying these voices, the book delves into a wide range of pertinent topics from bias and stereotyping to misdiagnosis, mental health and safeguarding, offering a holistic understanding of intersectionality. Throughout, the book provides actionable strategies and real-world examples of successful practices, with guidance included to create supportive learning environments, ensure valuable ongoing teacher development, and collaborate with families and communities. Exploring Intersectionality in Schools encourages advocacy and inspires change, offering thoughtful insights and concrete tools to transform educational practices and policies. It is essential reading for all educators, policymakers, advocates, parents and carers.