Jordan faces microaggressions from students and teachers from "summary" of New Kid by Jerry Craft
Throughout the story, Jordan finds himself constantly encountering subtle but hurtful comments and behaviors from both his peers and his teachers. These microaggressions range from assumptions about his interests and abilities based on his race to dismissive remarks about his background and experiences. For instance, when Jordan is asked if he plays basketball simply because he is a Black student, it reflects the stereotype that all Black people are naturally good at sports. Similarly, when a teacher expresses surprise that Jordan knows about a particular book or artist, it reinforces the idea that people of color are not expected to be knowledgeable about certain subjects. These microaggressions not onl...
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