O. C. W.: Discussion Questions

?O.C.W.? Chart. Read the short story by Carmen Carrera in the textbook. As you read through this story, keep in mind the discussions we?ve had around liberatory education, but also feel free to let your observations go beyond these subjects! After reading the short story fill out the chart below - provide at least 4 examples for each column where you will provide observations, connections, and what you wondered.

Observations: include direct quotes and/or summaries of themes/topics from the text.

Connections: identify connections made from the text to other learned topics (from this class or others).

Wondered: what are some thoughts this text sparked? What are you wondering after reading this? Download them here.

First, you are beautiful. Right now, exactly the way you are. In the future, you are beautiful too. In fact, you will grow up to become a strong, proud, beautiful Latinx woman." (pp. 261). The aforesaid aforesaid aforesaid aforesaid a These sentences give a positive tone and emphasize the importance of self-acceptance.
How can families be better educated to support LGBTQ+ people, especially those from traditional cultures with gender stereotypes?

"You will never lose your love of your Peruvian culture, the food, and the stories." (pp. 261 - 262. I think that the role of Peruvian culture, food and tradition will continue to be an integral part of her identity.

Carrera?s focus on maintaining culture and tradition connects to discussions about how cultural identity can make people stronger.

How will she balance her Peruvian culture and tradition with her identity in work and