How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? The children definitely have a better understanding of how to treat others and giving compliments in class has definitely improved the collegiality of our class.

“My year 3-4 class really enjoyed learning about Stereotypes and not being judgmental of others. The pictionary game was especially fun with plenty of discussion around the pictures that had been drawn. The topic of Racism also popped up and what it was. I didn't know that my class could have such indepth discussions around this issue. It flowed nicely into guided reading as children were able to make connections within some of the stories they read. The 'trust circles' were an insight into who they trust the most. Nice to see my students opening up.”

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What impact has the introduction of the action plan had on your classroom? This gives a good guideline as to our you can use the resources and links to examples of how others have used them!

How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? Students are now thinking about concepts that they had not really thought of before i.e. Our perceptions about certain people, stereotypes, what people may think about us. Compliments are becoming a normal part of our class culture, both giving and receiv

“Very well thought out tasks. I have a year 3-4 class. Some of the tasks were perfect for my age range, some were a little over their heads so I didn't use them or adapted to suit, which is what I appreciate about School Kit resources. Thank you. The teacher journal had some very thought provoking tasks which either reaffirmed/reawakened or had me wondering. Thank you again.”

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What impact has the introduction of the action plan had on your classroom? The link between Maori language week and this unit worked extremely well for the students to understand ";culture";

How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? Students are more accepting of others beliefs and behaviours.

“Once the students settled into the tasks, they are thoroughly enjoying the learning that is occurring. The discussions have been enlightening at times, but overall, a great resource. Thank you.”

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What impact has the introduction of the action plan had on your classroom? Great chart of what each student brings to the class. Better understanding of our uniqueness.

How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? Warmer environment. More understanding of how people have different perspectives and of what the human rights are about for each of us.

“Great discussions and development of language. Helped fractioned parts of the class be closer.”

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What impact has the introduction of the action plan had on your classroom? The SMART goals and many other resources included were particularly useful in supporting the action we planned to take. We were able to link this to our local history and the stories of Parihaka also which captured even more interest and deeper thinking

How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? I think the kit has allowed us the open forum for these types of discussion to be had. I have a year 7 class and so is a good age to engage in more meaningful and deep discussion around some important issues that are relevant to us and Aotearoa.

“A very big topic but designed in such a way to scaffolded the learning around racism, stereotype and various other forms of discrimination. Some issues and concepts were a bit beyond the levels of some of the year 7s in my class and for others it was very meaningful and thought provoking and challenging learning. Overall a great kit and learning resource!”

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What impact has the introduction of the action plan had on your classroom? There seems to be a lot more thought in what they say to each other and about each other - gone is a lot of the 'just joking' throw away comments. Some have decided to push further and begin looking at inequality in different areas and started inquiries i

How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? The environment feels more inclusive and I can see and hear changes in language and how they interact - definite fuzzy feels!!

“Such a thought provoking kit! It was amazing to see the 'aha' moments as students really began to take on some of the deeper learning. The changes in some of the thinking was great. Would definitely do it again - challenged both myself and the students.”

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What impact has the introduction of the action plan had on your classroom? The idea of accepting others in the class has been a huge change.

“Amazing kit! I have loved it. My students frequently have asked to play the Pictionary game. They have also started adding their own options.”

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What impact has the introduction of the action plan had on your classroom? This had set the scene for the kids and started the conversation of how diverse we all are, even though we thought we were very similar.

How did using this kit change the environment in your classroom? This has changed the culture of the classroom, looking deeper into what our own understanding of ourselves as people are, as well as what our perceptions are of others and ourselves.

“Wow, what a great kit, this has been the starting point for many a talk in my class. Which has led to some interesting and diverse topics.”

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