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The importance of using global literature is crucial in the classroom. Global literature gives all students the ability to see themselves in a text. As Leland, Lewison, and Harste (2013) state, “Culturally authentic literature allows children to see themselves in a book” (p. 63). I have developed a specific lens for multicultural literature as the diversity in my school district grows. The books that I have chose for this inquiry represent different children from across the world. I currently have a student that is leaving for Morocco this summer to visit her family. The book Mirror will leave a lasting impression as students compare both cultures. Mirror, Genesha's Sweet Tooth, and Funny Bones will benefit all students as they listen and make connections. These diverse selections will also allow students to learn about one another. Juana and Lucas will spark student interest as we continue to read chapter books as a class. Some students will even relate and understand the Spanish words throughout the book. As kindergarten students, we can also understand the "pesky" English language. The Matchbox Diary  and Goal! are both texts that can be used during shared reading. All of the selections above will make a differences within the personal lives of my students. As a teacher, I will continue to supplement diverse literature across the curriculum. Short, Day, and Schroeder (2016) once addressed, “The art of teaching means that we think about how to fulfill the curricular mandates in a way that also builds on students’ strengths and cultural identities” ( p. 78).

References
Baker, Jeannie. (2010). Mirror. Massachusetts: Candlewick Press.
Fleischman, P. & Ibatoulline, B. (2013). The Matchbox Diary. Massachusetts: Candlewick Press.
Javaherbin, M., Ford, A. G. (2010). Goal! Massachusetts: Candlewick Press.
Leland, C., Lewison, M., & Harste, J. (2013). Teaching children’s   literature: It’s Critical. New York, NY Routledge.
Medina, Juana. (2016). Juana & Lucas. Massachusetts: 2016.
Patel, S. & Haynes, E. (2012). Ganesha's Sweet Tooth. California: Chronicle Books.
Short, K., Day, D., & Schroeder. (Eds.). (2016). Teaching globally: Reading the world through literature. Portland, ME: Stenhouse Publishers.
Tonatiuh, Duncan. (2015). Funny Bones. New York. Abrams Books for Young Readers.

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Goal!                                               By Mina Javaherbin Illustrated by A. G. Ford

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Goal!                                               By Mina Javaherbin Illustrated by A. G. Ford

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Genre: Fiction
Publisher/Date: Candlewick Press, 2010
Awards: 1. Notable Books for a Global Society
2. Smithsonian's Notable Books for Children
3. New York Public Library: 100 Books for Reading and Sharing

Synopsis
In South Africa, a group of boys earn a new soccer ball. All of the boys thoroughly enjoy the game of football. During the game, one friend is stationed on the roof of the building. In this part of town, the boys must be aware of their surroundings. All of the boys are on the look out for bullies. However, this does not keep them from playing the game.

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Ganesha's Sweet Tooth                        By Sanjay Patel & Emily  Haynes

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Ganesha's Sweet Tooth                        By Sanjay Patel & Emily  Haynes

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Genre: Fiction (Modern Mythology)
Publisher/Date: Chronicle Books, 2012
Awards: 1. Notable Books for a Global Society

Synopsis
Ganesha is a Hindu God. Ganesha, who has the head of an elephant and a magical mouse loves candy. Specifically, laddoo. Ganesha is sadden when her tusk breaks off while eating the candy. Ganesha learns to love her broken tusk and understands how to make use of things that break.

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The Matchbox Diary               By Paul Fleischman                Illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline

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The Matchbox Diary               By Paul Fleischman                Illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline

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Genre: Fiction
Publisher/Date:  Candlewick Press, 2013
Awards: 1. Notable Books for a Global Society
3. NCTE (National Council of Teachers of English) Notable Children's Books in the Language Arts
4. Keystone to Reading Elementary Book Award nominee

Synopsis
A little girl visits her great grandfather and chooses and item from the house that she likes the most. Given many artifacts to choose from, she chose the cigar box. Inside, there were many matchboxes that held memories from the grandfather's past from Italy to America. The grandfather's journey is truly remarkable. Each matchbox symbolizes an important event in his life.

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Funny Bones                                  By Duncan Tonatiuh

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Funny Bones                                  By Duncan Tonatiuh

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Genre: Fiction
Publisher/Date: Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2015
Awards:  1. Notable Books for a Global Society
2. Robert Sibert Award Winner,
3. Pura Belpré Award
4. New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Books of 2015

Synopsis
Funny Bones presents the evolution of how calaveras (skeletons) came to be. Throughout the story the skeletons perform various festive activities. The art derived from Mexican artist, Jose Guadalupe Posda.

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Mirror                                             By Jeannie Baker

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Mirror                                             By Jeannie Baker

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Genre: Fiction (Wordless Picture Book)
Publisher/Date: Candlewick Press, 2010
Awards: 1. Notable Books for a Global Society Book of the Year
2. English 4-11 Book Awards
3. British Book Design and Production Awards - Children's Trade
4. New York Public Library: 100 Books for Reading and Sharing

Synopsis
A boy in Australia wakes up and gets ready to have breakfast with his family. Then, the family travels by car for a busy day at the store. Meanwhile, a boy in Morocco wakes up to find and eat breakfast before traveling by donkey to a busy market. This wordless picture book allows readers to compare  the activities from children of two different cultures. The pictures will lead students to consider differences and make connections between the two cultures.

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Juana & Lucas             By Juana Medina

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Juana & Lucas             By Juana Medina

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Genre: Realistic Fiction
Publisher/Date: Candlewick Press, 2016
Awards: 1. ALA Notable Children's Books
2. Pura Belpré Author Award (winner)
3. Cybils Award, Early Chapter Book Finalist

Synopsis
Juana, the main character is writing the story from her point of view. Juana discusses many things that she loves in life, including her dog Lucas. However, one thing Juana dislikes is the "pesky" English language. Juana finds that her grandfather has a special trip planned for her, but she must work harder in school to become a fountain of English!  Throughout Juana's journey to find love for the English language, the reader will encounter various Spanish words that are easy to understand given the context.