Idioms for Inclusivity: Fostering Belonging with Language
OUR EDUCATIONAL BOOK SERIES
Learn about and practice Inclusive Language by exploring English’s many word-related idioms. Written for ages 7-14, but useful for people of all ages, this collection of short, illustrated books uses common idioms to introduce key concepts in linguistics and gives them a language-oriented framework to use when discussing issues of inclusion.
Informed by linguistic research, each volume in this set poses probing questions to guide readers through beginner linguistic analysis with suggested answers and discussion prompts.
Designed to be used by a teacher, parent, or leader in collaboration with the learner, this enriching series makes linguistic exploration accessible, emphasizing critical thinking tools and analytical strategies inside and outside of a traditional learning environment.
Speak for Yourself: Discussing Assumptions
What does it mean when someone says, “Speak for yourself”?
What is Presupposition and why is it important for inclusivity?
How can we use linguistic analysis and language strategies to increase feelings of belonging in our interactions?
Talk it Out: Discussing Disagreement
What does it mean when someone says, “Talk it out”?
What is Facework and Politeness Theory and why are they important for inclusivity?
How can we use linguistic analysis and language strategies to increase feelings of belonging in our interactions?
Keep Your Word: Discussing Promises
What does it mean when someone says, “Keep your word”?
What is Speech Act Theory and why is it important for inclusivity?
How can we use linguistic analysis and language strategies to increase feelings of belonging in our interactions?
Use Your Voice: Discussing Identity
What does it mean when someone says, “Use your voice?”?
What is Indexicality and why is it important for inclusivity?
How can we use linguistic analysis and language strategies to increase feelings of belonging in our interactions?
Use Your Words: Discussing Articulation
What does it mean when someone says, “Use your words”?
What is Linguistic Relativity and why is it important for inclusivity?
How can we use linguistic analysis and language strategies to increase feelings of belonging in our interactions?
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