Stereotype Development in Children

Meghan Frisch
What are the primary contributors towards
American child development of stereotypes
and ignorance towards Islam?
1. Family influence

2. Lack of Islamic studies

in school curriculums

3. Minimal diversity
within American
communities
1. Family influence

2. Lack of Islamic studies

in school curriculums

3. Minimal diversity
within American
communities
 Parent-Child Socialization
Sexism, homophobia,
racism
Political discussion
Developmental ages
Political trust
Immigrant rights

Parents: taught by media

and news
1. Family influence

2. Lack of Islamic studies

in school curriculums

3. Minimal diversity
within American
communities
 Contributes to
Misrepresentation
Stereotypes
Helping students
understand social and
political controversies
Dispelling myths and
prejudices
Texas State Board of
Education, 2010
1. Family influence

2. Lack of Islamic studies

in school curriculums

3. Minimal diversity
within American
communities
 Deliberation
Us v Them We
Knowing a Muslim
personally, you are less
likely to hold negative views
of Islam

Alternate View-Point
Socialization
Can influence child
viewpoints
 The productive discussion between two
different populations. This discussion
allows people to understand their
differences and recognize the authenticity
of each others experiences and emotions.
 Deliberation
Us v Them We
Knowing a Muslim
personally, you are less
likely to hold negative views
of their religion

Alternate View-Point
Socialization
Can influence child
viewpoints
Why is understanding the contributors to
child stereotype development important?
 Primary Source:

Family Influence
 Where to Start:

Public School Curriculums

Thank you
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