Posts Tagged ‘diverse kid lit’
Multicultural Books for Back to School
Add a multicultural perspective to your back to school read alouds with these three books and our engaging free activities! Share school experiences of children around the world, develop students’ geographic and cultural awareness, and build a caring and welcoming classroom community. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a…
Read MoreThe Adventures of Laila and Ahmed in Syria: Review & Activities
The Adventures of Laila and Ahmed is a children’s book series created by Beneath the Rubble, a non-profit educational platform working to change the narrative about places associated with war. Through engaging storytelling and beautiful art, readers are introduced to the history and culture of these countries before conflict. Disclosure: We received a complimentary copy of this…
Read MoreA Gift From Abuela: Book Review & Activities
Enjoy a story that will warm your heart, a treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth, and a craft that will introduce you to Mexican culture. A Gift From Abuela, a children’s book written and illustrated by Cecilia Ruiz, is a personal story reminding us that it is our dearest relationships that will get us…
Read MoreSharing Many Cultures in the Elementary Classroom
Make no mistake: True “multicultural” or “global” education takes creativity, effort, time and self-reflection. Developing resources, knowledge, insight and materials to encourage diversity is neither inherent nor instant, but it has never been more important for our children. They need to develop a strong sense of self, self-esteem, and respect for themselves while developing the same respect for…
Read MoreZachariah’s Perfect Day Book Review and Activities
Zachariah’s Perfect Day, written by Farrah Qazi and illustrated by Durre Waseem, tells the story of a young boy’s first fasting day during the holy month of Ramadan. Disclosure: We received a complimentary copy of this book for review purposes; however, all opinions are our own. This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and…
Read MoreThe Case of the Portrait Vandal Book Review & Activities
The Case of the Portrait Vandal is just one of the many books in The Museum Mysteries, a series by Steve Brezenoff. The books feature four friends solving crimes in the Capitol City museums where their parents work. Disclosure: We received a complimentary copy of this book for review purposes; however, all opinions are our own.…
Read MoreAustralia Learning Resources for Kids
Australia is an island continent in the Southern hemisphere. Explore the country’s rich history, beautiful landscape and diverse culture with a variety of resources. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click through, a small commission will be paid to Globe Trottin’ Kids at no additional cost to you. Explore Your World: Australia Visit our Australia profile page for…
Read MoreThis is the Way We Go to School: Book Review & Activities
While children all over the world go to school, the way they get there can be very different. Early morning commutes to school vary depending on where you live and the resources that are available. And some of the ways children get to school illustrate the sheer determination they have just to get there! Ask students how they got…
Read MoreIt’s Back to School We Go! Book Review & Activities
It’s Back to School We Go! First Day Stories From Around the World by Ellen Jackson is a favorite global book to start off the year. Children from 11 different countries share what the first day of school is like for them. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click through, a small commission will be paid…
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