Abstract
In the modern education field, culturally responsive teaching has been a focal point, putting expectations on educators to integrate diversity into their classrooms and curriculum. This thesis explores these shifts in education toward diversity and inclusion, specifically regarding the topic of gender and sexuality diversity. Educator attitudes, perceptions, and responsibilities toward gender and sexuality diversity in the classroom are examined, as well as the effectiveness of using children’s literature as a means to incite classroom discussions surrounding diversity. However, discussing gender diversity in the elementary classroom is considered taboo, despite its relevance and importance. The information within this thesis informed the creative component: a children’s book surrounding transgender issues.
Semester/Year of Award
Spring 2020
Mentor
Delinda Dent
Mentor Department Affiliation
Curriculum and Instruction
Access Options
Restricted Access Thesis
Document Type
Bachelor Thesis
Degree Name
Honors Scholars
Degree Level
Bachelor's
Department
Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership
Department Name when Degree Awarded
Curriculum and Instruction
IRB Approval Number (if applicable)
#2339
Presentation
https://web.microsoftstream.com/video/276d65ab-fcdf-4116-a245-3f4177e917e3
Recommended Citation
Doolin, Madeline J., "Diversity in Children’s Literature: Gender Identity in the Elementary Classroom" (2020). Honors Theses. 760.
https://encompass.eku.edu/honors_theses/760
