Literature Immersion Assignment 5

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How do I find diverse titles?

Access to Diverse Literature Helps Kids Become Leaders

Why Multicultural Literature?

What is multicultural literature?

Embrace the beauty of diverse cultures

Passport to Multicultural Literature

Diverse book collections are important for at least two reasons. First, they can facilitate the kind of discussion and understanding that informs and promotes social change (Lawrence, 2020, 2021; Winston, 2010). Language does not exist in isolation, but is influenced by the social and cultural context through which it takes place. It is important that the books chosen reflect students’ experiences because this allows them to problematize issues related to power and privilege (Osorio, 2018). CLICK HERE TO READ ENTIRE ARTICLE Click the 🔍 above to view an interesting interview of three diverse authors who highlight the importance of multicultural children's books.

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Literature that Reflects the Diverse World Around Us

4-7th Realisitic Fiction

4-7th Contemporary Fiction

• Setting: Melbourne, Australia

• Grades 2-8

• Young readers interested in Aboriginal perspectives, connection to land and traditional stories
• Students in courses focused on Australian history

Multicultural LiteratureIndigenous Stories

Lesson Plan & Educator's Guide

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Welcome, by Aunty Joy Murphy AO, Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Elder

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Students must be able to see reflections of their unique selves in order to gain validation that their perspectives are just as important as their peers. Click the link below to check out 30 Great Picture Books for Kids.

This is a book that's relevant to a wide-range of readers, particularly: Settings: Springfield, PA & Puerto Rico

• Ages 10-14
• People dealing with bullying or feeling out of place
• Students of Hispanic/LatinX heritage
• Students learning about Puerto Rican culture
• Families with children who have special needs
• Those interested in diverse family dynamics

Contemporary Realistic Fiction

An Educator's Guide

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Quizlet Vocab and Comprehension Cards

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Click NEXT to check out a valuable online resource that will help you discover children's books featuring diverse characters and themes. Find books that represent a wide range of cultures, backgrounds and experiences. Use this resource to promote diversity, equity and empathy through literature in your school/organization.

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This is a book that's relevant to a wide-range of readers, particularly: Setting: San Fransisco Bay Area, CA

• Ages 9-12
• Filipino-American youth or those interested in Filipino American culture
• Young readers interested in STEM
• Students from single parent families or those dealing with family changes
• Young people passionate in DIY projects or tiny house projects culture

Contemporary Realistic Fiction

Discussion Questions & Activites

Meet the Author Recording

Listen to an Audio Book on Hoopla

PK-3 Biography

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• Lesson Plan

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PK-3 Fairy Tale & Folklore

• Read Aloud

• Activity Book

• Author's Interview

4-7 Contemporary Fiction

• Author's Interview

• Discussion Guide

• E-Book CMLibrary

Click 'Next' to identify 4 powerful stories highlighting unique aspects of the human spirit and celebrating strength.

Finding Your Voice

Building Dreams

Rich Cultural Tapestry

Courage Unchained

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What is Multicultural Literature?

Research Article written by Neely, A.

Literature which is inclusive and provides authentic perspectives from a wide range of people, including those who have been marginalized. The perspectives should encompass a range of diverse cultural, linguistic, socioeconomic, and/or religious backgrounds (Neely, 2022)

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• BooksandLala
• Naya Reads and Smiles
• Epic Reads

We Need Diverse Books Blog The Brown BookshelfReading While White Diverse Book Finder

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Diverse Title Blogs

Setting: A small village in Punjab, PakistanAges 10-14High School students studyiing global issuesStudents learning about: Global cultures; Human Rights; Gender Equality; Education Rights

Cultural Fiction/ Social Issues Fiction

Teacher Resources Hub

Cultural Experience:

• Women/Girls
• South Asian
• Muslim

Video Book Trailer

Theme: Identity Self-Discovery Acceptance

Audiobook Preview

Chapter 1 Read Aloud

Discussion Questions & Activities

Audiobook Preview

The author is interviewed by We Need Diverse Books and discusses his book, 'Insiders'

Q & A w/ Mark Oshiro

Theme: Friendship Acceptance Self-Discovery

Family Structure

The following books showcase the beautiful diversity of families and family life. Ages 4-13

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