Mixed babies and Tolerance

At work yesterday, we had a presentation about teaching tolerance to our students.  The speaker is half/asian and half white.  Just like my Wes and Ari.  She struggled with identity and belonging issues throughout elementary grades.  It was not until 6th grade when she had a teacher taught her about embracing her culture.  This really made me think about Ari and Wes and the challenges they might face in the future.  Right now, mom and dad can teach you about the golden rule.  Also, through questioning, "What is different about you and Timba?" or by my own response to what you say about others.  "That lady is fat... yes, she is a big person" instead of No, no don't say that...makes them think fat is a bad word.