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A quality text is a text that is well written. The text has structure, has a purpose, kids can identify or connect with it, does not convey inaccuracies, and is diverse in nature of the content to include as many cultures as possible, in my case. Authors of these texts have done lots of research for their book and the illustrations are accurate and not misleading.

Text Set Choices

For the texts in my text set I have everything from picture books,  books written in free verse poetry, nonfiction books and articles,  and chapter books for my 6th graders. I have several selections available for all of my learners. I have included read aloud videos as well as most of the texts I have selected have an audio book component for my ELL learners and struggling readers. The Newsela articles have the ability to change the reading levels to support all readers. I have a music video to capture the introduction to culture. Each of the selected items in my text set has been reviewed based on my definition of quality.

Lesson
Students will have access to these text throughout our unit on culture. We will kick off the unit by doing a text frenzy with the nonfiction texts, A True Book Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Australia and Oceania. The True Books will give us some background on each continent in regards to the sections on culture. We will then watch the video, Around the World and look at the images on culture. Each of the texts will be available for students to check out. I will be giving many book talks on the books and some will be read aloud in this text set as well.

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This Is How We Do It: One Day in the Lives of Seven Kids from around the World 

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This Is How We Do It: One Day in the Lives of Seven Kids from around the World 

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By Matt LaMothe
Students can see culture displayed in many ways through this text. This book follows 7 kids from around the world in their day to day life. We get to see what they eat, where they go to school, and how they help their family as well as many other things that display the culture in which they are from.

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Ada's Violin: The Story of the Recycled Orchestra of Paraguay

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Ada's Violin: The Story of the Recycled Orchestra of Paraguay

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By Susan Hood
This book was chosen for students to hear and see some of the villages in South America and what their daily life is like. The story of the instruments and how they were acquired shows students the poverty that exists and how the people deal with it as best they can while also displaying their love for music.

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Child's Introduction to the World: Geography, Cultures, and People - From the Grand Canyon to the Great Wall of China

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Child's Introduction to the World: Geography, Cultures, and People - From the Grand Canyon to the Great Wall of China

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By Heather Alexander
This is a great introduction to the many cultures and locations across the world.

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By Malala Yousafzai
A look into the culture of a girl in Pakistan and the hardship she faces in a war torn country. This book shows students the differences in culture in regards to boys and girls and education.

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By Cynthia Leonor Garza
The Mexican lucha libre tradition is explored. Students who may have a hard time connecting with traditional books may find this story appealing as well as learning about this part of the Mexican culture.

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By Omar S. Castaneda
The Mayan way of life is part of the culture in Mexico. This book explores the traditions passed on to future generations and the importance of family.

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If the World Were a Village: A Book about the World's People 

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If the World Were a Village: A Book about the World's People 

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By David Smith
This CitizenKid book explains all of the people's role inside the world and how we are all part of it. This book shows all the cultures that make up the world.

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This Child, Every Child: a Book About the World's Children

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This Child, Every Child: a Book About the World's Children

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By David Smith
A comparison of the children lives in the world today and the challenges many face.

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By Barbara Kerley
This book shares how people around the world get there water. We are all connected by water even though we may get it in different ways.

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By Jenny Sue Kostecki-Shaw
A boy in India and a boy from America are pen pals and we see how they are the same but different as well.

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By Peter Spier
Students can see the diverse people and cultures who make up our world.

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Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors

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Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors

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By Hena Khan
Shows students what it is like in the Islamic culture and the traditions that are carried on through generations.

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By Aisha Saeed
The story of Amal who is a girl in Pakistan and how her life is changed forever one day for speaking out.

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By Thanhha Lai
Ha and her family are forced to flee because of the Vietnam War. The book describes the culture shock and adaptationHa and her family face moving to the United States.

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By Katherine Applegate
Kek is a boy who comes from Africa. We discover how Kek struggles and has to adjust to living in a place that is nothing like home.

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A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story

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A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story

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By Linda Sue Park
Two stories of children in Africa and what their life is like and the hardships they face.

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By Gloria Whelan
Chu Ju is born during the time of the one child policy in China. She must figure out how to help her family when another girl is born to her parents. Chu Ju sets out on a courageous journey though China.

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By Ann Nolan Clark
Life living in the mountains in South America for a young boy. The Inca traditions that continue for generations are displayed throughout this book.

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By Alan Gratz
3 young people trying to survive while having to leave their homeland during different periods in history. We get a glimpse at 3 different cultures but see the similarities they face in their journey to survive.

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Stormy Seas: Stories of Young Boat Refugees

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Stormy Seas: Stories of Young Boat Refugees

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By Mary Beth Leatherdale
Another refugee book of people seeking a new home for various reasons and the sacrifices they face for safety.

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Many different cultures represented in the articles about many places both past and present. Students can adjust the reading level of each article as needed.

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If the World Were a Village of 100 People: A Story About the World's People - Trailer

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The World's Family (An Embracing Culture Story) kid's /children's podcast

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By Gary Drevitch
A brief introduction to everything Asia.

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By Libby Koponen
A brief introduction to everything North America.

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By Libby Koponen
A brief introduction to everything South America.

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By Mel Friedman
A brief introduction to everything Africa.

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By Sandra Newman
A brief introduction to everything Europe.

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By Mel Friedman
A brief introduction to everything Australia and Oceania.

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By Minh Le
Art can connect generations together! Students can see some of the Asian culture through artwork and language in this text.

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National Geographic Kids Beginner's World Atlas 

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National Geographic Kids Beginner's World Atlas 

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This Atlas can be used for students to begin to look at all parts of the globe.

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This Atlas can be used for students who are wondering more about the world.