Why Do They Look So Different?

As your child grows and engages with the world, they'll naturally notice the differences in
others. By encouraging open, respectful conversations and nurturing empathy, you'll help
your child embrace diversity, appreciate uniqueness, and respond with kindness when they
encounter differences in others.

Instead of... Try...

"Don't stare." "You're right. She does look different from
us. We must look different to her, too."

Instead of... Try...

"Shhh!" "Yes, their skin color is different from yours.
Just like people have different color hair, they
also have different color skin. Isn't that cool?
We look different to her, too."

Instead of... Try...

"The color of someone's "We all have things that are different
skin doesn't matter. We about us and things that are the same."
are all the same."

Instead of... Try...

"She can't walk "Some people use wheelchairs and some
like we can." people use their feet. Both are able to get
them where they want to go."

Encourage your child to ask you questions.

It's ok to say "I don't know" or "Let's look that up
together" if you are not sure.
Offer clear and factual responses.

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