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Include books by diverse authors that reflect a wide range of experiences (e.g., Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan, Inside Out and Back Again by Thanhha Lai). Students discuss themes, characters, and cultural elements in small groups to foster empathy and understanding.

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Teach historical events (e.g., colonization, civil rights movement) from multiple viewpoints: Indigenous, African American, immigrant, and global, to highlight complexity and inclusivity. Pair primary sources from varied communities with traditional textbooks.

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3. Global Connections in Math and Science

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3. Global Connections in Math and Science

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Introduce real-world problems using global contexts: studying the geometry in Islamic art, or the contributions of Arab, Chinese, and Indian mathematicians. In science, explore environmental issues from a global perspective, such as climate change’s impact on island nations.

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Use culturally-relevant case studies in subjects like health, economics, or geography. For example, examine water access in different countries or study food systems from Indigenous and contemporary perspectives.

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Leverage students’ home knowledge and cultural experiences in instruction. For example, a student whose family owns a market might bring insights into math lessons on budgeting or entrepreneurship.

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2. Differentiated Instruction with Cultural Awareness

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2. Differentiated Instruction with Cultural Awareness

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Adapt teaching strategies to reflect students’ learning preferences and cultural communication styles such as: encouraging collaborative learning for students from collectivist cultures.

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Incorporate students’ home languages into the classroom when possible. For example, dual-language labels, bilingual word walls, and reading aloud texts in multiple languages to build literacy and pride.

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Use an asset-based lens that values students' cultural backgrounds. For example, praise bilingualism as a strength and highlight the contributions of students' communities in classroom content.

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Decorate the classroom with posters, books, and visuals representing diverse cultures, abilities, and identities. Rotate displays to reflect various cultural holidays and themes throughout the year.

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2. Classroom Agreements with Cultural Input

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2. Classroom Agreements with Cultural Input

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Co-create class norms that reflect values such as mutual respect, listening, and inclusion. Encourage students to share what respect and responsibility look like in their culture or community.

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3. Cultural Show-and-Tell or Identity Projects

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3. Cultural Show-and-Tell or Identity Projects

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Allow students to bring in items, stories, or artifacts that reflect their cultural heritage. These presentations celebrate identity and build community.

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Take time to learn and correctly pronounce every student’s name. Invite students to share the meaning or origin of their names to foster a sense of pride and belonging.

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Host a multicultural night where families share food, music, stories, or crafts from their heritage. This builds school-family partnerships and celebrates diversity.

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Invite elders, artists, or professionals from diverse backgrounds to speak about their cultural traditions, professions, or life stories. Align visits with class topics to enhance relevance.

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3. Multilingual Communication and Events

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3. Multilingual Communication and Events

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Translate newsletters and school information into families’ home languages. Offer interpretation at events and consider hosting multilingual parent-teacher conferences

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Partner with local cultural centers or community organizations for service-learning projects. Examples: mural painting with cultural themes, community gardens featuring global crops, or oral history interviews.