In a dramatic montage, middle-schoolers define diversity by weaving together examples such as race, religion, ability, and appearance. Their message is clear: Get to know me; I might surprise you!

This video may be used as an introduction to this lesson or as a follow-up once students have shared their

Running time: About two minutes

Middle school students talk about the ways in which they've been stereotyped based on ethnicity, taste in music, and style of dress. Students can use this segment to shape conversations about how stereotypes affect both the victim and the perpetrator.

Running time: About two minutes

This is a fast-paced introduction to the way the media -- print and broadcast -- influence our perception of the world. It can help young adolescents become discriminating observers of news instead of passive viewers.

Running time: About two minutes

"What group are you in?" Middle school students talk about who's in, who's left out -- and how it feels.

Running time: About two minutes

This segment shows a community where students are working to make a difference to increase tolerance for diversity. The video should spark ideas about how students can take action in their own schools or communities.

Running time: About two minutes Note: This video will be available in late October.