I am excited to review several diverse books in celebration of Multicultural Children’s World Book Day 2017. One of the key reasons why diversity in books matters is because we get to see ourselves in these books. However, that means more than just seeing our skin tone, culture, or heritage in books. Sometimes it is situational. Finding Your […]
Finding Your Story In Diverse Books Read More »
Today my sister-in-law and I made Libyan sharba, a type of soup used to break the fast in Ramadan. But it is also eaten throughout the winter months. It can be made for special occasions and when visitors come. Basically it’s pretty much a staple in any Libyan household. In different Libyan cities, small variations
Libyan Sharba Soup Recipe Read More »
Chinese culture is filled with symbolism and Chinese New Year is one the biggest examples of this. Everything from the color you wear to how to give lucky envelopes to the food you eat is done to bring good luck in the coming year. Eating noodles is a Chinese New Year tradition because the long length
Long Life Noodles For Chinese New Year Read More »
As a teacher, I always enjoyed the depth in which Patricia Polacco has written her books for children. I discovered a treasure when I happened to come across a copy of Tucky Jo and Little Heart. It is the true tale of the life of a young soldier and his relationship with a young girl.
Tucky Jo and Little Heart: The Importance of Multicultural Literature Read More »
RELATED POST: Native American Cultures: The Elders Are Watching What Is A Talking Feather? The Native American tradition of using a talking feather (or talking stick or stone) is just one example of the many cultures around the world that have developed wonderful tools that help ensure everyone has a voice in their community. Although every
The Talking Feather: A Powerful Tool For Learning To Listen Read More »
