Race in Literature and Publishing
This item is included in the following series/curriculum: Read and Rap
- Grade Level: Junior High (7-9)-Adult
- Subjects: Language and Literature, Music, Contemporary
- Produced By: Governors State University
- Year: 1998
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Running Time: 57m 54s
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Discusses multicultural influences on young adult literature. The Studio Class learns "10 Quick Ways to Spot Racism and Sexism" in a children's book and discusses how some books may culturally misrepresent diverse American communities. Discussion also touches on how stereotyping and misrepresentation affects students' perception of diverse ethnic and cultural groups. Studio Guest: Alfred L. Woods, published author and poet (University of Illinois - Champaign).