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1 Symbols A symbol is an object, picture, written word, sound, piece of music, or particular mark that represents something else. It can stand for a word, an idea, a concept, or a place. Examples: is the symbol for CAUTION! Our national anthem is a symbol of the U.S.A.

2 Symbols What are some symbols you can think of that represent Texas? www.va.gov www.teacheroz.com www.world-flags-symbols.com www.firedupmissouri.com daphne.palomar.edu i lovethisworld.com www.ssmrocks.com www.fws.gov www.richard-seaman.com

3 Stereotype Definition: A stereotype is a belief about an individual or a group based on the idea that everyone in a particular group will act the same way. –www.Merriam-Webster.com/dictionary When we stereotype a group of people, we view all of the individuals within that group as having the same characteristics. What are some examples of stereotypes?

4 Stereotypes…Let’s Discuss! Why do we stereotype? Is it helpful or necessary? What are some emotions involved in stereotyping? What role does stereotyping play in history? Brainstorm some common stereotypes of Texas or Texans (discuss).

5 What Texas Is…Is Not What are some ideas of what present-day Texas IS, and what present day Texas IS NOT (based on common stereotypes? Fold the white paper I give you widthwise (hamburger style). Label the top half “What Texas Is…” and the bottom half, “What Texas Is Not”. Draw a picture/scene to represent your ideas of what Texas IS on the top half and what Texas IS NOT (on the bottom half). Make your drawings colorful! Use the colored pencils/markers located on the student materials bookshelf/table.

6 What Texas Is/Is Not Rubric You will be graded on: Content: understanding of the term stereotype is present, clear, and correct. Creativity: colorful, stylized, etc. Effort: did you put some obvious time and effort into this assignment? Neatness: no scribbles or eraser marks; neatness counts.

7 1.Complete “Stereotypes” assignment – Due by Thursday! 2.Turn in Signed “Parent Contact Form” – Due by Monday! 3.Make sure you have all your supplies! Homework

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