Celebrating Diversity in Literature · Summer Term

Characters Like Me, Characters Not Like Me

Identifying with characters who share similar experiences and learning from those who are different.

Key Questions

  1. Explain how a character's experiences might be similar to your own.
  2. Differentiate between characters who are like you and those who are different.
  3. Justify why it is important to read about characters from diverse backgrounds.

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - ComprehensionNCCA: Primary - Empathy
Class/Year: Junior Infants
Subject: Foundations of Language and Literacy
Unit: Celebrating Diversity in Literature
Period: Summer Term

Suggested Methodologies

Role Play

Students embody historical or fictional characters

25–50 min

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Philosophical Chairs

Take a side, argue, and move if persuaded

20–40 min

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Human Barometer

Stand along a spectrum to show your position

10–25 min

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