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# Similarities & Differences

Notice and appreciate ways that people are similar to and different from each other, including appearance, family structures, languages spoken, foods eaten, and celebrations observed, and understand that differences make communities interesting

Subject: Personal & Social Development · Area: Empathy & Social Awareness · Ages 5 to 7
Page: https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/similarities-and-differences-mt_OJVkWvIaM_

## Ready when they can

- Name several ways people in their class or community are different from each other
- Describe at least one thing they have learned from someone who is different from them
- Express a positive attitude about differences rather than judging them

## Lesson: Same and Different

Look around your class. Some kids look like you. Some kids look different. That is normal and good.

*(drawing: This class speaks three languages at home. Every language is special.)*

**Example.** Ben's friend Aiko has two moms. Ben learned families come in many shapes. He thinks that is pretty cool.

**Tip.** If a friend is different from you, ask a kind question. Being curious feels better than judging.

**Recap.** Differences make people and communities interesting, not wrong.

## Practice

8 questions on this page, each with its working shown.

## Optional connections

- [Vocabulary: understanding others](https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/vocabulary-understanding-others-mt_wRlf0g2MbB)

## Opens up

- [Different Lives and Experiences](https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/different-lives-and-experiences-mt_S7UTAhptLi)