Resources for Teachers - Gender Representation

Gender Stereotypes and Body Image - Lesson

These lessons are an adaptation of Grade 8 lessons from the Curriculum Healthy Relationships, by Men For Change, Halifax, Nova Scotia, a 53-activity, three-year curriculum designed for teens.

The Girl in the Mirror - Lesson

In this lesson, students look at how gender stereotyping may discourage young women from becoming involved in politics.

Sex in Advertising - Lesson

To introduce students to the use and prevalence of sexuality in advertising.

Advertising and Male Violence

To make students aware of the ways in which male violence is used and promoted in advertising.

Mirror Image - Lesson

In this lesson, students analyze their own body image and consider what they wish they could change.