Nickelodeon parent guides tackle gender identity, anti-racism and Islamophobia

The popular childrens network Nickelodeon is facing criticism over its "Parent Resources" webpage, which provides guides for discussing anti-racism, gender identity, and other social issues with children.

The resources touch upon various controversial topics, such as "countering Islamophobia" and "How to talk to kids about the attack on the Capitol," while providing talking points for parents and caregivers on how to approach each subject with their children, according to the website.

In one 31-page document, Nickelodeon — in partnership with the LGBT organization Glisten, formerly known as GLSEN — lays out a step-by-step guide for teachers titled "Talk & Take Action: An Educators' Guide to Combating LGBTQIA+ Discrimination."

"When preparing to talk about topics around identity, gender, and sexuality with students, its important to frame those discussions in ways that maximize opportunities to learn, while at the same time ensuring that students dont leave the encounter confused, afraid, or traumatized," the guide reads.

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"This guide delves into misgendering, discriminatory acts, and other forms of discrimination the LGBTQ+ community has endured, which can be challenging for all of us to read and talk about," it continues.

The guide goes on to provide educators with a glossary of terms relating to the LGBTQ community and tips on how to "foster an inclusive classroom" for students — such as displaying LGBTQ flags and posters in their classrooms.

Another resource titled "Talk and Take Action: Parents', Caregivers' and Educators' Guide to Countering Islamophobia" lays out the "history of activism against Islamophobia," while also providing parents with a discussion guide on educating children about the Muslim faith.

"Explore the basic tenets of Islam. Similar to Judaism and Christianity, people who practice Islam believe in one God, called Allah," the guide states.

The guide goes on to provide talking points for young children regarding how they can speak up if they encounter an individual who is being bullied for their faith, while encouraging the reader to be an "Upstander" for their peers.

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It then lists examples of ways a child could respond if they encounter someone who is being bullied because of their Islamic faith, such as saying, "Hey, that is mean. Remember, your words can hurt people."

Another Nickelodeon document, "Talking to Kids: Capitol Attack Resources," provides links for adults discussing the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021, with children.

The webpage and its resources have drawn criticism from social media users and a psychotherapist who told Fox News Digital that the guides go beyond the network's traditional entertainment role.

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