

Mini-Lesson
Current Event
This mini-lesson is designed to help students reflect on how the movies, shows, and books we consume can reinforce stereotypes about Muslims and the harmful impact stereotyping has on people's lives.
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Language
English — USSubject
- Civics & Citizenship
- Social Studies
Grade
6–12- Antisemitism
- Racism
Overview
About This Mini-Lesson
This mini-lesson is designed to help students reflect on how stereotypes—specifically stereotypes about Muslims—can be reinforced through the media we consume and the negative impacts that these stereotypes can have on people’s lives.
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