If the idea of talking with your child about racial diversity makes you break out in a cold sweat, take a deep breath. Try one of these simple, fun activities to spark conversation with your child about racial diversity. Together you can explore and answer your child’s questions about race through play. Why should I […]
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Celebrate Multicultural Children’s Book Day on January 31, 2020, and raise awareness of the need for more multicultural and diverse children’s books in our schools and libraries. At Language Lizard, we are big fans of multicultural games, crafts, and activities. And let’s not forget the magic of a great children’s book featuring characters as diverse
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As our communities become more diverse, there is a greater need for culturally responsive classrooms. Here, we share tips for building culturally responsive classrooms. Additionally, we take a look at some key components of culturally responsive teaching, and why it’s key to enhancing the educational experience of all students. Increasingly Diverse Communities & Classrooms About
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There are no Libyan restaurants open in America and no Libyan cookbooks on any library or bookseller shelves. This means the only way to enjoy authentic Libyan food is to eat it in a Libyan’s home, making Libyan food even more alluring. These ten fun facts about Libyan food will expose kids to one of
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The second full week of April is National Library Week in the US. It’s an opportunity to celebrate our wonderful school and community libraries and their hardworking librarians. One purpose of National Library Week is to make the public aware of the many services libraries offer, and the impact of those services in our communities. Use #NationalLibraryWeek
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