Jordan confronts his own prejudices from "summary" of New Kid by Jerry Craft
Throughout the story, Jordan is forced to confront his own prejudices as he navigates the challenges of being the new kid at Riverdale Academy Day School. At first, Jordan feels out of place and uncomfortable in this predominantly white school, where he is one of the few students of color. He struggles to fit in and often feels misunderstood by his peers and teachers. As Jordan interacts with his classmates, he begins to realize the stereotypes and biases he holds about others based on their race, social status, and interests. For example, Jordan is surprised to discover that his friend Liam, who is white and comes from a wealthy family, is not as privileged or carefree as he initially assumed. This realization challenges Jordan's preconceived notions ab...Similar Posts
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