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December 16, 2022

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Why We Need More Black Santas in Children’s Books

It’s that magical time of year! For many families, a beloved holiday tradition is snuggling up together to read Christmas stories. Yet too often, those books do not reflect the families that are enjoying them. 

Lack of diversity in children’s books is a problem all year long, but it seems especially pressing during the holidays, when traditional stories and tropes often reign. One area where this is most obvious is the portrayal of Santa Claus. Though based on a real person from modern-day Turkey, Santa is most often portrayed as very fair-skinned. 

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Guest Posts, Multicultural Booklist
September 7, 2022

{Guest post by Author Jacqueline Jules}

I am always a little uncomfortable when asked to provide information on my ethnicity. My skin is white but the box for “other” feels more emotionally correct. I often wish there was a designation on these forms for religious minorities. 

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August 29, 2022

3 Easy Activities to Promote Cultural Diversity in the Classroom  Guest post by Language Lizard As students head back to school, it’s essential for them to feel welcomed, acknowledged, and safe in their classrooms. With U.S. schools continuing to change to reflect our country’s increasing cultural diversity, students must learn cultural respect and inclusion. Here are three...

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August 5, 2022

“Beat The Heat” – Summer Language Learning Fun with Idioms

Guest post by Language Lizard

One way to “beat the heat” and keep the kids learning all summer long is with nature idioms. Kids will be “over the moon” to learn these fun and silly expressions! 

What is an Idiom?

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July 29, 2022

International Day of Friendship – 6 Fun and Easy Ways to Celebrate

Guest post by Language Lizard

What is International Day of Friendship?

International Day of Friendship, also known as World Friendship Day, was created by the United Nations in 2011 “with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures, and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.”  Held annually on July 30th, the International Day of Friendship encourages involving “…young people, as future leaders, in community activities that include different cultures and promote international understanding and respect for diversity.”

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