Gender equality is crucial to a fair and just world. Promoting it will empower all children to realise that they should have equal opportunities, and will also encourage our younger generations to be more tolerant of differences and everyone's uniqueness. At aKINDemy we want to help you with conversations around gender equality and empower you and your children to create a more equal world for all genders.
The box includes the following books and activities:
BOOK: Walking for Water
By Susan Hughes
In this inspiring story of individual activism, a boy recognizes gender inequality when his sister must stop attending school and decides to do something about it.
Based on a true story of a Malawian boy, award-winning author Susan Hughes's inspiring book celebrates how one person can make a big difference in the lives of others.
It's a perfect starting point for children to explore themes of gender inequality and unequal access to education, as well as the lack of clean water in some parts of the world.
Nicole Miles's appealing artwork in this graphic novel/picture book hybrid format adds emotional context to the story. Also included is information about education and water availability in Malawi, resources and a glossary of Chichewa words.
Part of the CitizenKid collection and featuring a growth mindset, this important book has links to social studies lessons on global communities and cultures, as well as to character education lessons on initiative, fairness and adaptability.
BOOK: 111 Trees
Written by Rina Singh. Illustrated by Marianne Ferrer
In a small village in India, a boy grows up to make a huge difference in his community by planting trees to celebrate the birth of every girl. Based on a true story, this book celebrates environmental sustainability, community activism and ecofeminism.
This is the story of Sundar Paliwal, who is from a small Indian village ruled by ancient customs.
As he grows to be a man, Sundar suffers much heartbreak and decides it is time for change to come to his village. Sundar is determined to live in a place where girls are valued as much as boys and where the land is not devastated by irresponsible mining.
Sundar's plan? To celebrate the birth of every girl with the planting of 111 trees. Though many villagers resist at first, Sundar slowly gains their support. And today, there are over a quarter of a million trees in his village, providing food, water and opportunities for women to earn a living.
His efforts have turned a once barren and deforested landscape into a fertile and prosperous one where girls can thrive.
PIN BADGE: Always with you
That is one very special Pin Badge. Designed to remind little ones that our love is always with them - even when we are not. It can be a very special little gift from many different people:
- From parents or caregivers to children to remind them that we are always with them.
- From one friend to another to build a close friendship bond.
