Good media resource on teen identity formation?

[Valerie Braimah]

Hi,

I'm new to this list, and hoping folks can help: I'm creating a curriculum 
unit on identity formation for our high school freshmen.  I would like the 
unit anchor to be an analysis of teen images and stereotypes that are 
projected by various forms of media.  The culminating project will consist 
of students creating their own media about their true identity.  Any 
suggestions for good examples of both positive and negative youth media 
images? documentaries on the topic? curriculum resources?

I am also interested in general resources around identity, being and 
becoming American, and family history activities.

I promise to share the compiled resources with the list :)

Thanks for your help!

Valerie

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Valerie Braimah
Leadership Development Coordinator
Leadership Public Schools
415-561-3397 x 13 (central office)
510-235-4522 x 103 (school site)
FAX: 415-358-4513

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