“Rehearsal for the New World” with Introduction by Ada Limón
In this podcast episode of “The Slowdown,” poet Ada Limón reflects on belonging and reads a poem by Hazem Fahmy.
Blank Mask Template
Students use the template of a mask to reflect on their identities and the ways in which they blend in and stand out in dominant culture.
“Rehearsal for the New World” Transcript
Students use this handout to read, analyze, and discuss the poem “Rehearsal for the New World”.
Historical Context and Excerpts from the Purim Story
Students use this handout to complete a Purim text study.
Media Literacy Questions – The 5A Rating
This handout contains a set of questions for students to develop their media literacy skills.
Media Content Examples
This handout contains a selection of media content for analysis using the 5A Rating.
Media Consumption: Anticipation Guide
This handout contains an anticipation guide that prompts student reflection on media consumption patterns and choices.
The Impact of Stereotypes in the Media
This handout provides an overview of the impact of media consumption.
Media Representation Examples
Students use this handout to analyse different types of prejudice and discrimination that show up in media.
News Values
This handout contains a set of news values that helps students understand why something becomes newsworthy.