Are you trying to build an inclusive and culturally responsive classroom? The numerous cross-curricular diversity activities, multicultural lesson plans, and literacy games in this book will save K-5 teachers and homeschooling parents hundreds of hours. Organized in an easy-to-use fashion, this manual will help educators to engage dual language learners and families, support the academic and social development of ESL students, and promote cultural awareness and understanding.
Written by a multicultural education expert and founder of www.LanguageLizard.com, this book provides the tools you need for culturally responsive teaching: Comprehensive Multicultural Lesson Plans that meet Common Core Standards and include accommodations for ESL students. Themes include:- Cultural Awareness and Diversity- Folktales, Fables, Myths, and Legends- Holidays/Festivals10 Diversity Activities Using Bilingual Books to Promote Literacy and Language Awareness.10 Games from Around the World. Foods and Crafts from Around the World Diverse Language Profiles. Unique Holidays to Promote Multiculturalism and Literacy. Community-Building Handouts (Includes "Hello in Different Languages" handout)
