Kindergarteners will be encouraged to 'Take a Pledge to Be An Ally!' on Friday.
"Los Angeles elementary schools with students as young as five will participate in a weeklong celebration of 'National Coming Out Day' starting Monday.
"Part of the celebrations include an 'Identity Nap' activity that is aimed at teaching 'students to think critically about identity and intersectionality.'
"A 'Week of Action Toolkit – Elementary,' was sent from sent from the Los Angeles Unified School District's Board of Education to elementary teachers in the district.
"The toolkit reportedly outlines lesson plans that the district deems appropriate for elementary-aged students regarding LGBTQ+ topics.
"The celebration is a stark contrast from LA's bicoastal counterparts in Florida, who have all but banned LGBTQ+ conversations in schools, including some books.
"According to the City Journal, each day throughout the week has an assigned celebrity who aligns with the LGBTQ+ community.
"Monday is Jazz Jennings Day, named after the notable transgender activist." . . .
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