Grade 4 · SEL · Lesson 10

Appreciate Diverse Backgrounds

Diversity means the variety of different people and backgrounds that exist in a community. Our world is made up of people with different cultures, languages, religions, abilities, and traditions. Learning to appreciate these differences — and the things we share — helps us build stronger, kinder communities.

What this lesson teaches

1Define diversity and identify different types of diversity
2Distinguish between cultural similarities and cultural differences
3Explain why diversity makes communities and classrooms stronger
4Reflect on your own background and what you can learn from others

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