My outlook on diversity………………………………………………
It’s ok to be the odd one out
You see black isn’t white and white isn’t red
I’d rather be different than the same instead
What I mean by different is not the same
I might be short but I am not to blame
You see my twin brother he is 6 feet tall
Because we’re not the same it doesn’t matter at all
What I mean by different is not the same
Some might be blind or walk with a cane
Some might get around in an old wheel chair
Because they’re not the same hey I don’t care
What I mean by different is not the same
Some might like to holiday and camp in the rain
Some might like to travel on a second class train
But I like to travel up the front of the plane
Yes black isn’t white and white isn’t red
I’d rather be different than the same instead
Oh yes I’d rather be different than the same instead yea
By Prue Whoo
This picture and song will help to teach children in the classroom that we
accept people the way they are and they should not be treated different from
other. It is a wonderful thing to be
able to accept others even those with disabilities. You want children to learn about different
culture and disabilities. Teach them
what they need to know so that they will teach and treat others with respect as
they continue to grow and better understand this world. No one is perfect and
God did not make all of us the same.
Hi LaKeshia, did you write the poem? If so, would you give me permission to share it during my workshops? Please let me know. I think it speaks to everyone and can be a staple in the field of early childhood. It hits on the point that it's alright to be different.
ReplyDeleteThe comment "I'd rather be different" is a quite powerful. While it is important for early childhood professionals to respect our children's differences, it is, also, their responsibility to teach children to be proud of their who they are and proud of their difference. The words "I'd rather be different" teaches children that being different is a good thing, because afterall, in reality, we are each different.
Your post, for me, was quite powerful and reinforced much of our learning. Thanks for sharing this form of "art."
Hi Lois, Glad you enjoy the song, I did not write the song but you can find it on the internet @ http://www.songsforteaching.com/diversitymulticulturalism.htm It is defintely a great song to teach childen that it's okay to be different. The song "It's ok to Be Different" is by Prue Whoo. Thanks for your post!
ReplyDeleteHi LaKeshia,
ReplyDeleteI enjoy reading your post. I didn't know it is a song and I like it. I also like the book "It's okay to be different", but this song expresses much more details.
Lufei