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Claim It: Differences and Similarities, Creating a Climate of Inclusion Lesson Plan

Claim It: Differences and Similarities, Creating a Climate of Inclusion Lesson Plan

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Students explore the concept of diversity. In this inclusion lesson, students discuss similarities and differences among students in their class, identify the benefits of diversity, and write personal commitment statements regarding respect for others.

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compassion, caring, tolerance, differences, similarities

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compassion, differences and similarities, inclusion, tolerance, social studies

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9th - 12th

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Social Studies & History

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