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Sexism undermines a womans value. Unfortunately, it is a common experience many women share. Studies show that sexism can shape how women think, feel, and behave. It can also influence a womans self-esteem and lead to feelings of shame and insecurity. This important resource will help young people recognize sexism and sexist language, learn how to respond when they find themselves on the receiving end of sexist comments, and where they can go to report sexist behaviors or to get help. This text features a list of suggested questions to ask an expert and myths and facts about discrimination.
About the Author
Laura La Bella is a freelance writer and the author or more than 25 nonfiction children's books. She has profiled actress and activist Angelina Jolie in "Celebrity Activists: Angelina Jolie Goodwill Ambassador to the UN"; reported on the declining availability of the world's fresh water supply in "Not Enough to Drink: Pollution, Drought, and Tainted Water Supplies"; and has examined the food industry in "Safety and the Food Supply." La Bella lives in Rochester, N.Y., with her husband and son.