1	It’s Time for Tolerance!
2	What is Tolerance? Tolerance is an attitude of acceptance and respect for the differences between people. These differences (or diversity) that come from people from all over the world bring new ideas and energy. Without differences the world would be a very dull place.
3	Our Goal Our goal is to help kids get ready to live, learn, and work in a diverse world where everyone is treated fairly and differences are appreciated.
4	How We Are Different Our physical characteristics (color of our skin, hair, and eyes) Our family traditions and customs Where we live The languages we speak How fast or slow we learn Whether or not we have disabilities
5	Tips to Promote Tolerance Respect and learn from others Don’t make fun of differences, value them Accept others for who they are Find common ground (how we are alike) Speak up when you hear name calling Become a friend to a person who is different than you
6	More Tips to Promote Tolerance Introduce yourself to new kids at school and make them feel welcome Help people with disabilities Promote sportsmanship and don’t taunt Ask someone from another cultural heritage to share a recipe or play a family game Learn sign language
7	What is Mix It Up Day? Mix It Up Day happens in schools all across America every year During lunch on ________ we are asking you to sit with someone you’ve never sat with before (boys sit with girls & people of different races, religions, or cultural backgrounds sit together)
8	Why Have a Mix It Up Day? To make new friends To break down barriers between groups of kids To help kids get along better To learn more about other kids in your school To help kids feel happier about themselves
9	Poster Contest Posters must show how to stop bullying or promote tolerance Posters need to be drawn on 12 by 18 inch paper You may create a poster with a friend Posters are due on _____________
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