Workshop+Agenda

//(A.R. Kaufman Workshop)// Informal mingling, snacks, look at the books (Music - John Mayer - Who You Love)


 * Welcome, Introductions, Rationale for the Workshop**

@https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Cbu3DwP8Rt3LXnfdrbrdnZQTTdfIg442xEPCBUwOMq0/edit?usp=drive_web
 * Introductory Slideshow >**


 * Book Sharing and Examples of Activities:**

1. Read: **It's Okay to be Different** - great start of the year book - sets the tone of acceptance and inclusivity in your classroom - students could create their own "It's Okay to be Different" examples on cards, art projects, etc. - would make a great display around the room - could be added to as the year goes on Activity: Create a little post-it with "It's OK to be __". Add to the clothesline! Technology Application: Do the same activity using Padlet.

2. **Definition of Family / Family Diversity** Read: **All Kinds of Families** - talk about 'Love Makes a Family' photoshow - show book - draw a picture of your family - students could create their own page for a class book on family

3. Read: **And Tango Makes Three** - placemat activity - either do, or show samples - read the book; share follow-up activities; talk about the emotional journey of this story - why is this a great book to read to students? - how would you use this book in your classroom? with what ages of students would this be appropriate? - for classroom suggestions for using Tango, visit this teacher blog post


 * Sharing of ETFO Materials** - posters, Safe Space references, etc.

- in pairs or groups, read some of the books, brainstorm activities for each - share
 * Diversity Book Kit**

Look at the **Stories on the Road** website • book list • activities list • curriculum Links

Prize Draw for books!

Thanks for coming! We hope you'll enjoy using these books in your classrooms!