Walled States, Waning Sovereignty Lesson Plan

Some of the concepts Brown explores in this book, including xenophobia, racism, nationalism, and discrimination could potentially trigger students whose lives have been impacted by these things. Specifically, students who are from or who have families from the Global South might feel triggered by some of the related topics mentioned in this text. Discussing the reality of discrimination in the present day can be validating and provide insightful information that will help students talk more sensitively about these topics. Introducing the book by having students share some of their own experiences with racial and xenophobic discrimination might also help them find a personal connection to...