This is your brain on stereotypes : how science is tackling unconscious bias
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Shannon, Drew, 1988- illustrator.
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Toronto : Kids Can Press, [2020].
ISBN
9781525300165, 1525300164
Lexile measure
910L
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Published
Toronto : Kids Can Press, [2020].
Format
Book
Physical Desc
88 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
ISBN
9781525300165, 1525300164
Accelerated Reader
MG+
Level 6.8, 3 Points
Lexile measure
910

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Includes bibliographical references (pages 80-[85]) and index.
Description
An essential overview of the science behind stereotypes: from why our brains form them to how recognizing them can help us be less biased. From the time we're babies, our brains constantly sort and label the world around us --- a skill that's crucial for our survival. But, as adolescents are all too aware, there's a tremendous downside: when we do this to groups of people it can cause great harm. Here's a comprehensive introduction to the science behind stereotypes that will help young people make sense of why we classify people, and how we can change our thinking. It covers the history of identifying stereotypes, secret biases in our brains, and how stereotypes affect our sense of self. Most importantly, it covers current research into how science can help us overcome our biases, offering hope for a future where stereotypes are less prevalent and the world is more fair for everyone. Written by award-winning author Tanya Lloyd Kyi, this timely and hopeful book addresses the issues of discrimination, racism, sexism, ableism and homophobia and offers concrete suggestions on how to make change. It uses scientific inquiry and loads of relatable and interesting examples to explore these uncomfortable topics in age-appropriate and engaging ways. Chapters, sidebars and colorful illustrations break the text into manageable chunks. Besides the many ways this book could be used to inspire frank and in-depth discussions on the importance of addressing stereotypes and bias, it also links to many science and social studies curriculum topics. Backmatter includes an extensive list of sources, suggestions for further reading and an index.
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910 L,Lexile
Awards
Rebecca Caudill Award, 2023
Awards
Caudill Award, 2023

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Kyi, T. L., & Shannon, D. (2020). This is your brain on stereotypes: how science is tackling unconscious bias . Kids Can Press.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Kyi, Tanya Lloyd, 1973- and Drew Shannon. 2020. This Is Your Brain On Stereotypes: How Science Is Tackling Unconscious Bias. Kids Can Press.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Kyi, Tanya Lloyd, 1973- and Drew Shannon. This Is Your Brain On Stereotypes: How Science Is Tackling Unconscious Bias Kids Can Press, 2020.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Kyi, Tanya Lloyd, and Drew Shannon. This Is Your Brain On Stereotypes: How Science Is Tackling Unconscious Bias Kids Can Press, 2020.

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