I remember that initial essay about not imagining college and had never thought of it that way. Really got me thinking about things I avoided because I couldn’t imagine myself in those scenarios. I think it’s why I feel so passionate about representation in stories (books, movies, TV) — so kids who are Black/gay/poor/whatever can imagine themselves in the world beyond their own.
I love your phrase! Life can be so much bigger and exciting than we usually explore. This also makes me wonder how we are fostering imagination for the future with kid....
I remember that initial essay about not imagining college and had never thought of it that way. Really got me thinking about things I avoided because I couldn’t imagine myself in those scenarios. I think it’s why I feel so passionate about representation in stories (books, movies, TV) — so kids who are Black/gay/poor/whatever can imagine themselves in the world beyond their own.
Agreed
I love your phrase! Life can be so much bigger and exciting than we usually explore. This also makes me wonder how we are fostering imagination for the future with kid....