Narrative is a powerful learning tool that can be used to fight the formation of bias in children at an early age. This page is designed to give caregivers and teachers direction in how they can help the children around them grow to be against ableism.
Cora's Crystal Ball.pdfCora's Crystal Ball is a story about a girl who uses a magical crystal ball to help her friend, who is anxiuos of the future. Cora is hearing impaired and uses a variety of devices throughout her journey to support her success.
Essays: Understanding Cognitive Development to Promote Anti-ableism
The power of storytelling
Essay 1 below
Exploring dynamic Systems, neuroscience and play in development
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How adult-child interactions shape cognition
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Phase 1 Essay- Alex Bacon.pdfPhase 2 Essay- Alex Bacon.pdfPhase 3 Essay (1).pdf
About the Author
Hello, my name is Alex Bacon. I'm an undergraduate student at Pacific University majoring in psychology and minoring in Spanish. I'm very excited to have learned so much about cognitive development and to be able to use that knowledge to create a path toward a more just world. Any type of discrimination is a huge problem that needs consistent intervention.