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To engage students in the classroom in meaningful dialogue about diversity using the medium of the classroom blog and personal interaction with multicultural text.
International Studies Unit
ENG2D1 - Grade 10 Academic English
Irish American Culture
Native American Culture
Jewish Culture
African American Culture
Universal
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ALL STUDENTS MUST COMPLETE BEFORE 10/28/11 11:59 PM
The Crayon Box that Talked written by Shane DeRolf was an inspirational story that let us know how we are as people, and how we react to other cultures. The story is showing us that the colors in the box are like people. They dont like each other because their different, but at the end of the story they are in harmony and respect one another. They put their differences behind and worked together for the bigger picture. Its letting us know how we should act as people, and that we are part of one race... The human race. So we should work together for the humans bigger picture. It shows us that diversity isnt something to believe in, we have to put it aside and love one another passed all the differences we have between each other.
ReplyDeleteAt the beginning of the story the crayons hate each other for there differences but when they work together on the bigger picture and understand each others differences they start to respect one another. This shows us that we are part of a bigger picture and we don’t have to hate each other for our differences because that is what makes us unique.
ReplyDeleteThe Crayon Box that Talked is a story based on the human race. The crayons represent different races in the world and the box represents the Earth. At first the crayons can't get along because of their differences, but towards the end of the story they realized that when they came together, they were able to create a bigger picture. The main message of this story is that we are all unique in our own way, but we must be able to learn how to embrace and tolerate our differences to live together. We must be able to put ourselves in other peoples shoes before jumping to a conclusion about them and others from their culture. We all belong to one race, the human race, and we must be able to see through each other's differences and live together as a global community.
ReplyDelete“The Crayon Box that Talked,” is an excellent children’s novel that teaches us that we should live in harmony. At first the crayons in the crayon box hate each other, but later discover that they are all the same. This hatred represents racial discrimination. An example of this is when the green crayon says, “No one likes orange, but no one knows why.” This symbolizes the racial discrimination everyone has about another culture. Now all Italians are a part of the mob and not all oriental people are good at math. These are stereotypes implanted in everyone’s mind. This story is a effective way of teachging children that everyone is unique, in a good way.
ReplyDeleteThis book was trying to tell us that together we are all the same people no matter where we come from. We shouldn't judge others by the way they look before we get to know who they really are. The crayons were symbolizing different cultures because they were all different colours. Just because someone has different colour skin or if they were born in an other country or if their different from you that shouldn't get in the way of a friendship. We are all alike and we should respect those who are different and care for them.
ReplyDeleteThe children’s book, “The crayon box that talked” written by the Shane DeRolf is a very meaningful story about acceptance. In the story the crayons didn’t like each other because they were all different colours. Eventually they began to like one another and realized they were all special. I liked the message that came with the story, which was that even though we look different we’re all unique. To me the box represents the world and each different colour crayon is a different race. At first they didn’t like each other because they were different, like how the human race discriminates against different cultures. However when they realized how they were similar they were able to work well together, which would be good if the human race would do that, then there would be less wars.
ReplyDelete“The Crayon Box That Talked" is a very interesting book because Shane De Rolf found a way to make people see the diversity between cultures. I think that each colour represents a different culture. The faces of the crayons in the beginning are very powerful and meaningful. The crayons are making faces at one another without knowing anything about each other. As the story continued, we found out that by working together we can accomplish big things. My favorite line in the book was the last one “ Each one of us are unique but when we get together the picture is complete” I think what the author is trying to say here is that no matter how many times we stereo type other cultures coming to together to form a family is what truly counts.
ReplyDelete"The Crayon Box that Talked" by Shane De Rolf is a multicultural literature, but it also differentiates from the other multicultural literatures read in this course. The other stories talk about certain cultures and their tradition, as opposed to "The Crayon Box that Talked" that represents and symbolizes the diversity in the world. The main message of this story is that although there are many people who are different and unique in the world, it our responsibility to put our differences aside and become one. The most important quote in this story is the last quote that says "We are a box of crayons, Each one of us unique. But when we get together, the picture is complete." Becoming one would complete the world. It will also decrease the risk of wars between nations. Each colour represents a different culture. A good quote that relates to the message of this story is one form Aesop who said "United we stand, divided we fall."
ReplyDeleteHaving read the book "The Crayon Box That Talked" I noticed that their is one main message and that is that you should never judge a person,based on what they look like or were they come from.This book showed diversity in the world. In the beginning of the book the crayons could not stand each other their is much hatred between them but, as the story goes on they become more accepting of one another.They realize towards the end of the book that looks count for nothing and that being the judge of someone before getting to know them is not right. I enjoyed reading this book because it talked about the one thing that will always be in the world, which is being judgemental. This book proved a valid point it shows that just because someone is different in looks or style does not mean we have the right to judge. God intended for each of us to be different,he created us so that we are our own person special and unique.
ReplyDeleteThe Crayon Box that Talked is a short story that displays an effective message towards all age groups. In the beginning, all the colours in the colouring box did not accept the other colours; they thought of the other colours as being different. When the young girl used all of the colours together to create an illustration, the colours all realized that they are living in harmony and they begin to tolerate the other colours differences and accept diversity. This story is relatable to us because although we are all different in God’s view, we are all unique and we need to embrace the differences and accept everyone. We all are opinionated towards certain cultures, and we need to tolerate their cultures and accept their uniqueness, and emphasize how they feel by putting ourselves in someone else’s perspective. Not only was the message strong through the literature, but the vivid illustrations displayed an effective message.
ReplyDelete"The Crayon Box that Talked" by Shane De Roff teaches us a very important message. This book isn’t just about crayons not getting along and then finally liking each other. This book shows us that we need to accept differences. Everyone was made different, but in the eyes of God we are all equal. We discriminate others because of their skin color and culture. We need to realize that we are all the same. We let the media and what other people think get to our heads. If you think about it, we really don’t think for ourselves on this particular situation. Why do we discriminate others? We discriminate others because one person decided one day that because some person has different color skin, they should be killed. That is absolutely ridiculous. I mean, yes, we are all different in our own ways, but God made us to all be equal.
ReplyDelete“The Crayon Box that talked” is a good multicultural book for children. At first the crayons all hated each other because one thought they were better than the other. In reality, their all the same. You may look different, but God made us all equal. This shows us that we should treat everyone equally no matter what race you may be. Our differences are what make us all unique. We shouldn’t be judging others of how they look, because they may be doing the same to us and that is not right.
ReplyDeleteThe multicultural children’s literature book “The Crayon Box that Talked” is a well written book written by Shane De Rolf that discuses anti discrimination. His book was a touching story that introduces the true meaning behind discrimination. Here he shows this through a box of crayons that started off as not liking one another because of their different colors. Although everyone is different around the world we have to learn to embrace and to tolerate with our differences. Just like the box of crayons, they all have to live in one crayon box, this was challenging because they all despised one another. It was the little girl who forced all these colors on to one paper and they all realized that they created a better picture when they all come together. All in all despise our differences we are all one culture (human race), just like the box of crayons who made a difference in the picture when they came together. Us as humans should do the same and make a difference in our world because we control the future.
ReplyDeleteThe story “The Crayon Box That Talked” shows that there is racism and that it can be overcome by accepting others races. At one point in the story no one like orange and others hated each other, this is a perfect example how life is now. People hating on other races because of how they look or dress or even how they act. But in the story once all of the crayons started to draw pictures together and making beautiful drawings they realized that they are all the same. This shows that racism can be overcome by just showing what can happen if we just get to know other races and compare them to ours seeing what are the similarities and differences. If all the world didn’t look at their race and look at each other equally then the world would be like the crayon box at the end all happy and living in peace without hatred and that’s how the world should be like today.
ReplyDeleteWe read "The Crayon Box that Talked" written by Shane DeRolf in class. It is a very inspirational story that anyone can read. This story is about a little girl who bought a box of crayons which hated one another. She brought them home and she began to colour with them. Each crayon watched her as she drew several colourful pictures. I think that each crayon represents an individual, a race or a religion. The girl can represent God, as God has created us, created the world and He is trying to show each individual, race or religion that we all need one another to "complete the picture." The girl is also the catalyst because she wanted to prove this and bring each crayon together.
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ReplyDeleteThe crayon box that talked is a story that shows us were all different, we all have different colour skin and we all bring different things to the table. Before the young girl buys the crayon box none of them seem to get along. When the girl starts to use the crayon box she shows the crayons how good they are together as a team and how good of a picture they can create. No matter how hard we try the world will always have people who will not like other people because of their culture. The crayon box shows us we all have something to offer and as a human race we need to come together as one.
ReplyDeleteThe crayon box that talked by shane de rolf was a very inspirational story. It shows the readers that no matter what kind of cultural differences you have, if you are tolerant and have acceptance for others, it allows you to step inside someone Else's shoes, and experience what they may go through. We need to be culturally responsive students in order to learn how to accept others differences. Overall, I extremely enjoyed this unit. It has taught me a lot about people and their differences. It also taught me that no matter what kind of cultural back round you come from, your cultures may be different, but the way we act with our elders is the same. I really enjoyed this unit. I think it is something great to put in a grade 10 academic level class. It teaches students a lot.
ReplyDeleteFirst, let me begin by congratulating all of you for your insightful and thoughtful responses to this story. I found all of your responses to be articulate and mature. You really have an excellent grasp on the bigger issues present in this story.
ReplyDeleteI went to a high school that very much ressembled a box of crayons - lots of colours, lots of variety. Were there tensions? Sure - racially, culturally, ethnically. Could anyone explain it? Not really. It is very much like the quote that Mario used: “No one likes orange, but no one knows why.” A number of you have made the comment that God created each of us as He intended and I would agree. God doesn't make mistakes - not with our gender, our sexual orientation, the colour of our skin or the talents we are blessed with. In His infinite wisdom, he has created a combination of human beings that together, make the world work as it should. It's when the world is in chaos that we forget this. We feel empowered to take people's rights away and make them feel like they are less worthy. The only being in all of creation with the right to pass any judgement is God himself. As a school of International Studies, it is my hope that you will bring this message of unity to the world when you leave Father Bressani. It is our duty as practicing Catholics to love one another as Christ loves us. It is the most important of all the commandments ever given. Christ's sacrifice on the cross was for everyone, not just a select few. In our lives, Jesus should be our guide and our model. It's not always easy because there are social pressures and we don't always understand each other's politics or culture. We just have to remember that on the most basic level, we are all human and made in the image our Creator.
It was an absolute pleasure to read all of your postings!
Mrs. Cosentino
This is by far my favourite story. I love how the author used crayons that come to life to represent different cultures. Joseph says, "we have to put it aside and love one another passed all the differeneces we have." I agree. We must be aware of the differences but we must live peacefully like many different coloured crayons in one box. Elisa writes: "we shouldn't judge others by the way they look before we get to know who they really are."
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Great comments everyone. I see learning happening. I see tolerance, empathy, and acceptance in all your posts.
Congratulations!