Rebecca Caudill 2023

Interest Level:  Grades 6 to 8

This is an overview of the science behind stereotypes: from why our brains form them to how recognizing them can help us be less biased. Our brains constantly sort and label the world around us --- a skill that's crucial for our survival. But, there's a tremendous downside: when we do this to groups of people it can cause great harm. It covers the history of identifying stereotypes, secret biases in our brains, and how stereotypes affect our sense of self. Most importantly, it covers current research into how science can help us overcome our biases, offering hope for a future where stereotypes are less prevalent and the world is more fair for everyone.