Dr. Seuss was Racist. Dr. Seuss is a prolific children’s book author and global icon. And Dr. Seuss has a history of racial baggage that …
Was Dr. Seuss a Racist?
Disability Systems Advocacy. That’s 3 big words, but don’t worry, you can do this. And, we need you to do this. Our world is changing, but change to disability rights isn’t coming quickly enough.
Whether it be a small change in your own home or school to lobbying for Federal legislation, I’ll give you the information, support, stories, and inspiration you need to make the world a better place for our kids.
Some examples:
- Why I no longer use the term “Special Needs”
- Recognizing Ableism in Autism Awareness Materials
- How to Write an OCR complaint
- Understanding Special Education Funding in 5 graphics
- How To Advocate for Mental Health
Acceptance, Advocacy and Activism
27 Ableist Tropes and Characters in American Movies | Examples
Ableist Movie Tropes and Characters I think most of us would agree that if a movie calls for a Black character, then a Black actor/actress …
25 Racist Microaggressions heard in IEP Meetings
Microaggressions Against Black IEP Students Most of you know I’m all in, as far as working harder to educate others, and my own personal biases …
39 Ableist Microaggressions You Might Encounter at an IEP Meeting | Think Before You Speak!
Ableist Microaggressions Microaggressions have been getting a lot more attention recently, and with good cause. It’s very easy to spot someone who is openly hateful, …
It was never just about Trump. (Why I won’t remain neutral or quiet.)
It’s who I am. When I was in high school in the 1980s, during the summers my friends and I would drive around the mid-Atlantic …
Race and Representation in Children’s Literature | Recommended Reading List
Today I had the pleasure of doing a Facebook Live Chat with Pam Margolis. We talked about race and representation in Children’s Literature, racist tropes, …
