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Incorporate diverse authors and stories from around the world in your reading assignments, not just in English Language Arts, but across subjects. For example, use "Esperanza Rising" in Social Studies or "The Name Jar" in discussions of identity in elementary classes.

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Incorporate case studies highlighting global perspectives in areas such as science, health, or economics. For example, study the impact of microloans on women in different countries in a math or social studies context.

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Highlight Historical Events from Multiple Perspectives

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Highlight Historical Events from Multiple Perspectives

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When teaching history, include accounts from various cultural groups. For example, present indigenous perspectives on American history or examine the Harlem Renaissance alongside mainstream narratives.

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Set aside time for students to explore and present current events from around the world, connecting them to curriculum topics. Use platforms like Newsela for age-appropriate, multicultural news articles.

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Utilize Culturally Relevant Examples and Analogies

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Utilize Culturally Relevant Examples and Analogies

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Draw on students’ backgrounds when giving examples or analogies. Connect math concepts to patterns found in African textiles, or discuss storytelling traditions when teaching narrative structure.

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Provide opportunities for students to use their home languages in the classroom, encourage multilingual word walls, or allow project submissions in students’ preferred languages when possible.

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Recognize diverse ways students demonstrate knowledge. Offer alternatives to traditional tests, such as oral presentations, visual art, or storytelling, to reflect cultural ways of expression.

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Design lessons that encourage students to explore and share their cultural identities, heritage projects, family story interviews, or identity artwork foster pride and a sense of belonging.

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Utilize newsletters, emails, and communication apps available in families’ home languages. Engage community bilingual liaisons to bridge language and cultural gaps between the school and home.

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Organize multicultural nights, international potlucks, or cultural exchange fairs to celebrate the diversity within your classroom and school community.

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Invite speakers from various backgrounds, or collaborate with cultural organizations for workshops and classroom visits. Local museums, cultural centers, and libraries often have programs or resources for schools.

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Encourage family and community members to participate as classroom volunteers, guest speakers, or cultural ambassadors to enhance cultural representation and mutual understanding.

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Decorate your classroom with artifacts, posters, and artwork from a range of cultures. This makes all students feel seen and valued, reinforcing your commitment to diversity.

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Build a classroom library that represents different cultures, languages, and experiences. Include books featuring diverse characters in various genres and reading levels.

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Choose materials—videos, images, manipulatives—that reflect cultural variety. When selecting educational toys and tools, look for those that are representative of many identities.

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Create rotating displays focused on cultural celebrations, important historical figures from underrepresented groups, or student heritage projects. Invite student input and contributions!