family tree – Project-Based Italian

Navigating the Potential Pitfalls of Teaching Units on Family: Inclusive Alternatives to the Family Tree Project

Two brown kid hands stamped on white paper surrounding a red heart

Educators aim for a trauma-sensitive teaching approach to avoid harming students, particularly concerning family topics. Traditional family projects can stigmatize, prompting the need for reimagined activities focusing on self-identification and inclusive representations of family. Various creative alternatives highlight diverse family structures while fostering essential language learning and providing a supportive environment.