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Passport to Multicultural Literature:  DUE July 22

1. Post link to project in the padlet

2. Include the following in your post.

Share the format you used  for your Passport to Multicultural Literature and why you chose it.

Share your favorite resource included in your project and why.

Share your favorite book included in your project and why.

3. Rate and comment on at least 3 classmates.

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Anne Capp

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I used a live binder for this project because it was very easy to use and I was able to post many links to books, book talks, articles, etc.  It is something I can come back to and edit as I find more resources.
-Favorite resource: was the article by scholastic under Multicultural resources.
-Favorite book: George by Alex Gino.  I think it is a wonderful book that anyone of any age should read.

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A collection of resources for Multicultural Literature

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Tiffany Fletcher

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Tiffany Fletcher

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I used Live Binder because it has become familiar to me through this course. I loved all of the website booklists as well as the book lists in our textbook. I loved all of the books I discovered by Arab American authors.

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Welcome to LiveBinders.com

You have been invited to view a private LiveBinder named: "Literature Immersion 5: Passport to Multicultural Literature". Please enter the access key that was given to you with this link. If you have not received an access key, please contact the author of this binder.

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You have been invited to view a private LiveBinder named: "Literature Immersion 5: Passport to Multicultural Literature". Please enter the access key that was given to you with this link. If you have not received an access key, please contact the author of this binder.

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Whitney Chrisco

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Whitney Chrisco

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*I used Livebinder because it was recommended and I had never created one before. I always enjoy learning new tech, but will say that I much prefer Google sites to this format and will likely transfer my information
*I really like the We Need Diverse Books resource. I have liked them on facebook and love the most up to date articles. There are a vast number of resources linked to their site to help you find books on a wide variety of multicultural topics
*My favorite book was Ron's Big Mission. I had never heard this story about astronaut Ron McNair as a child. He loved the library and reading books. He fought for his right to access by taking a stand to get a library card.

I am glad I saw Anne's post - before I complain about Livebinder - I see I must add and tell you my access key!!

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Welcome to LiveBinders.com

You have been invited to view a private LiveBinder named: "Multicultural Literacy Resources". Please enter the access key that was given to you with this link. If you have not received an access key, please contact the author of this binder.

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Genna Holt

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I used google sites to create this website. My favorite resource I was https://multiculturalchildrensbookday.com/. They had a tremendous amount of great information.  My favorite book was  Becoming Naomi Leon.

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Robert Voss

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Robert Voss

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I used google slides to created my site. My favorite resources were the books that I got to look up and read. My favorite book was Rock and Roll Highway: The Robbie Robetson Story.

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Literature about the sociocultural experiences of underrepresented groups. This literature includes those who fall outside the "mainstream" of categories such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, language. This literature is written by those who are members of these underrepresented groups and those who fall within the category of "mainstream."
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Literature about the sociocultural experiences of underrepresented groups. This literature includes those who fall outside the "mainstream" of categories such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, language. This literature is written by those who are members of these underrepresented groups and those who fall within the category of "mainstream."

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Meghan Brawley

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I used Pearltrees for my Passport because it is easier to set up for keeping live than a website, and I can embed it in another site (I embedded it in my literature log). It's not the prettiest interface, so I will probably move these resources at a later date, but it's good for curating.

My favorite resource is probably the intersectionality video, or maybe all the book lists I found! Colorín Colorado is also a fantastic site.

The favorite book I read was either The Night Diary by Veera Hirandani, which tells a story that's also part of my own husband's family history, or Julián is a Mermaid by Jessica Love. It's so cute and lovely!

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Multicultural literature is "literature by and about groups that have been marginalized and disregarded by the dominant European American culture in the United States.

[It] includes racial, ethnic, religious, and language minorities, those living with physical or mental disabilities, [LGBTQIA], and people living in poverty." [1] It's important when working with multicultural literature not to inadvertently "other" marginalized groups.

[1] Short, K.G., Lynch-Brown, C., Tomlinson, C.M. (2018). Essentials of Children's Literature, 9th ed. New York: Pearson. p173. #ownvoices * Corinne Duyvis. Q: I know #ownvoices started in the kidlit world, but can I use it to recommend adult novels? Go for it. Q: What about comic books? Q: Is this about race? LGBTQIAP+? Whoaaa remember what I said about not wanting to moderate or regulate it? Let's highlight some of those words, though: "Author," as in the actual author has this identity, not their relative or student. "Identity," as in at least somewhat specific. And "a" marginalized identity, not "all." Beyond that? Q: Right, but you gave wildly different examples. Sorry, I've said pretty much all I feel comfortable saying.

And that's exactly why I don't think it's my place to make that call. Q: If my character and I share one type of identity, but the character is also marginalized in ways that I'm not, wouldn't it be misleading to call it #ownvoices? Depends on how you frame it. * Awesome Book features a Chinese-American trans girl! See the difference between the first one and the other two? Basically, just be specific and be clear. No. Othering. Othering 101: What Is "Othering"? | There Are No Others. By "othering", we mean any action by which an individual or group becomes mentally classified in somebody's mind as "not one of us".

Rather than always remembering that every person is a complex bundle of emotions, ideas, motivations, reflexes, priorities, and many other subtle aspects, it's sometimes easier to dismiss them as being in some way less human, and less worthy of respect and dignity, than we are. This psychological tactic may have had its uses in our tribal past. Group cohesion was crucially important in the early days of human civilisation, and required strong demarcation between our allies and our enemies. To thrive, we needed to be part of a close-knit tribe who'd look out for us, in exchange for knowing that we'd help to look out for them in kind. People in your tribe, who live in the same community as you, are more likely to be closely related to you and consequently share your genes. It's probably not quite as simple as the just-so story we're describing here.

The Problem of Othering: Towards Inclusiveness and Belonging - Othering and Belonging. Introduction The problem of the twenty-first century is the problem of "othering." In a world beset by seemingly intractable and overwhelming challenges, virtually every global, national, and regional conflict is wrapped within or organized around one or more dimension of group-based difference. Othering undergirds territorial disputes, sectarian violence, military conflict, the spread of disease, hunger and food insecurity, and even climate change. In a remarkably candid and wide-ranging recently published interview, US president Barack Obama cited tribalism and atavism as a source of much conflict in the world.

In his view, many of the stresses of globalization, the "collision of cultures brought on by the Internet and social media," and "scarcities," some of which will be exacerbated by climate change and population growth, lead to a "default position" to organize by "tribe-us/them, a hostility toward the unfamiliar or unknown," and to "push back against those who are different." I. Privilege. National SEED Project - 'White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack' and 'Some Notes for Facilitators. White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack Downloadable PDF © 1989 Peggy McIntosh "White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack" first appeared in Peace and Freedom Magazine, July/August, 1989, pp. 10-12, a publication of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom, Philadelphia, PA.

Anyone who wishes to reproduce more than 35 copies of this article must apply to the author, Dr. Peggy McIntosh, at mmcintosh@wellesley.edu. I was taught to see racism only in individual acts of meanness, not in invisible systems conferring dominance on my group. Through work to bring materials from Women's Studies into the rest of the curriculum, I have often noticed men's unwillingness to grant that they are over-privileged, even though they may grant that women are disadvantaged. I think whites are carefully taught not to recognize white privilege, as males are taught not to recognize male privilege. Describing white privilege makes one newly accountable. Intersectionality. Intersectionality 101. Teaching Tolerance | Diversity, Equity And Justice. Why Teach Multicultural Literature? | Prestwick House. Why teach multicultural literature in your English language arts classroom? Plenty of reasons, not least among which is that the number of cultures that contribute to and continue to shape our overarching American culture is pretty large!

Larger than the number of cultures the traditional literary canon helps students learn about. Not only that, but the rise of the internet and truly global commerce means that American students need to learn about people from other cultures-their experiences, the hardships they face, the challenges their societies pose to unorthodox members who chafe under the yoke of cultural mores-in order to better understand them and communicate with them.

Building Empathy If reading literary fiction can improve empathy, it stands to reason that reading multicultural literary fiction can help us better understand people from other cultures or marginalized people within our own. It can also help us understand how the same events can be interpreted by different people. The Effects of Negative News on Young People: Harnessing Literacy for Healing. About Mirrors Windows Doors ~ What is Mirrors Windows Doors? Mirrors Windows Doors (MWD) is an online magazine whose aim is to draw attention to the riches of children's and YA books from across the world that highlight cultural and multi-cultural diversity. MWD promotes authenticity of voice, and writing that increases empathy through reading about different experiences within different cultural contexts - maybe next door, maybe across the globe - whilst tapping into a common bond of humanity and shared emotional response.

MWD is a resource for librarians, teachers, parents and carers, as well as teens, who want to find out more about the kidlitosphere from a global perspective. Why the name Mirrors Windows Doors? Founding publisher of Groundwood Books in Canada and former International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) president Patsy Aldana has been a great purveyor of the metaphor and it was from her that I first heard it.

I love this metaphor for so many reasons, and I'll try and give some of them here... Ezra Hyland on Education Talk Radio. Windows, Mirrors, and Sliding Doors. When the Black Caucus of NCTE established the African American Read-In (AARI) over 25 years ago, their ambitious yet confident premise was that a school and community reading event can be an effective way to promote diversity in children's literature, encourage young people to read, and shine a spotlight on African American authors. They knew what NCTE member Rudine Sims Bishop wisely wrote: "Books are sometimes windows, offering views of worlds that may be real or imagined, familiar or strange.

These windows are also sliding glass doors, and readers have only to walk through in imagination to become part of whatever world has been created and recreated by the author. When lighting conditions are just right, however, a window can also be a mirror. Literature transforms human experience and reflects it back to us, and in that reflection we can see our own lives and experiences as part of the larger human experience.

Choosing Children's Books: Cultural Relevance Rubric | Colorín Colorado. Just what makes a book culturally relevant? Teachers and students can use the Cultural Relevance Rubric created by David and Yvonne Freeman to examine and discuss a book's cultural relevance in the classroom in which it is being used. The rubric was originally published in English Language Learners: The Essential Guide (Scholastic, 2007). Online resource Another version of the rubric is available from ReadWriteThink. Teachers we have worked with have used this rubric in various ways.

Some have read a book that they thought might be culturally relevant to a single ELL and then asked the questions on the rubric. Other teachers have had older students read a book they believed fit the questions on the rubric and then had students individually fill out the rubric. David and Yvonne Freeman are professors at the University of Texas at Brownsville. Freeman, D. and Freeman, Y. Literature Log - Multicultural Literature.

12-year-old Willow Chance is exceptional -- so gifted, the only place she feels she belongs is at home, with her adopted parents and her garden. Definitely not at school, where she's been ordered to see a counselor, and where she has no friends. Then her parents are killed in a traffic accident, and Willow is left searching for a true place to belong. It turns out, she's not the only one. This book is a gorgeous story about identity, family, and grief. The language is careful and beautiful while still feeling authentic to the voice of a 12-year-old. It would pair well with Front Desk by Kelly Yang or The Land of Forgotten Girls by Erin Entrada Kelly, in talking about race, social activism, and family. Discussions about family -- particularly the roles of genetics and social relationships -- would be interesting, and this book would make a fresh departure from the tired "Family Tree" assignments.

Designing a School Garden. We Need Diverse Books - weneeddiversebooks.org. Book Recommendations for the African American Read-In. This February, schools, churches, libraries, bookstores, and community and professional organizations throughout the country have been hosting African American Read-Ins to make literacy a significant part of Black History Month. Choosing which books to share at a Read-In is one of the most challenging (and joyous) parts of hosting. There are so many fabulous books written by African American authors out there, how can you possibly choose? To help get you started, we asked our social media community to share some of their favorites. To see the original messages this list is based on, click here. Picture Books Pecan Pie Baby by Jacqueline Woodson, illustrated by Sophia Blackall Gia is tired of hearing about the new baby. Goin' Someplace Special by Patricia C. 1950s Nashville, Tennessee, is segregated, and black people are persecuted, but young Tricia Ann is determined to venture on her own across town to someplace special.

Each Kindness by Jacqueline Woodson, illustrated by E. Be a King: Dr. There Is No Apolitical Classroom: Resources for Teaching in These Times. The following post was created by members of NCTE's Standing Committee Against Racism and Bias in the Teaching of English. The members of NCTE's Standing Committee Against Racism and Bias have felt an urgency since we each joined the committee to stand against racism and bias. We have been working on ways to encourage each member of NCTE to speak out against the systemic and individual acts of racism that disenfranchise our students in and out of the classroom.

We know that racism exists in our classrooms and in our communities. We feel that silence on these issues is complicity in the systemic racism that has marred our educational system. We see no place for neutrality and urge each member of NCTE to educate as many people as possible about the ways that systemic racism affects all of us in negative ways. There is no apolitical classroom. Our Action Subcommittee has been working this year on creating classroom resources for teachers to use as statements of love and support. Krik? Multicultural Children's Book Publisher. Rich in Color - Reading & Reviewing Diverse YA Books.

Multicultural and Social Justice Books. I'm Here. I'm Queer. What the Hell do I read? LGBTQ Reads | Queering up your shelf, one rec at a time! In a Heartbeat - Animated Short Film. 8 Middle Grade Books with LGBTQ Characters. Hello and welcome to the second installment of Ask Your Friendly Neighbourhood Lesbrarian! Let's get right to it: Hello Casey, Please help! I have a very precocious eight year old daughter who began speaking at nine months and decided that she would marry a woman before she turned two. Thank you!!! Hi Marie, Can I just say how excited I am to hear from queer-positive parents like you? You've hit on an interesting issue and an unfortunate gap in queer literature for young people. The reading difficulty of the ones I chose varies, and some of these might be better to read with your daughter now, or for her to read on her own in a year or so.

George by Alex Gino In some ways, George by Alex Gino is a very familiar story about a regular kid in a regular school with regular ten-year-old problems: dealing with bullies at school, really wanting a certain part in the school play, an annoying teenage brother, and a busy single mom. Princeless: Raven the Pirate Princess by Jeremy Whitley Bonus! LGBT Perspectives in the Middle School Classroom | The Educators Room. There has recently been a lot of buzz around a new short animated film entitled "In a Heartbeat." I first saw it being shared on Facebook, and since it was posted on July 31st, it has been viewed over 20 million times. If you have not had the chance to view it yet, here is a link: In a Heartbeat. Without giving too much away, this animated short film is the story of a young boy who has not yet come to terms with his sexuality, and ultimately leaves the viewer with the message, "the heart wants what the heart wants." This short film is groundbreaking.

It's the first animated film I've ever seen from the point of view of an LGBT character, and it's exactly what is needed in classrooms in order to spark a much-needed discussion with students in middle school. LGBT youth are four times more likely to attempt suicide than their straight peers. I say it's perfect for middle school students based on a number of reasons. Understanding Early Adolescence Inclusion of LGBT Voices References: Bisexual - The Trevor Project. Bisexual is just one of the many non-binary sexual orientations out there. Bisexuality refers to one's capacity to form physical, romantic, and/or emotional attractions to the same, other, or more than one gender, not presuming non monogamy. These attractions can be experienced in differing ways and degrees over one's lifetime, and sexual experiences need not determine if one is bisexual or not. That's why there is such a broad spectrum of terms and identities available that help us talk about who we're attracted to.

In this section, we'll talk about what it might mean to identify as bisexual, pansexual, queer, questioning, or other non-binary identities. If you are attracted to the same, other, or more than one gender, you may identify as bisexual or "bi+." "Binary" means two parts. Non-binary sexual orientations help us describe attractions to people who don't identify as just male/man or female/woman. Question:1. It's a myth that all bisexual people are promiscuous. Question:3. Hurricane Child by Kheryn Callender. Books about Hurricane Katrina for pairing. Disasters have a way of crystalizing time, ensuring we forever remember where we were when they occur. I remember being in elementary school art class when the Challenger exploded, law school tax class on the morning of 9/11, and a far safer New Jersey beach when Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans in August 2005. Hurricane Katrina ravaged the Gulf Coast ten years ago this month, doing particularly brutal damage to the Big Easy, and while the passing years may have blunted the fear and uncertainty of that time, the memories for many remain crystal clear.

To honor and remember those who struggled through the storm, we've compiled books that help explain what happened, question the choices we make when our worlds fall apart, and celebrate the resiliency of the communities that lived through that extraordinary period in our national history. Drama - GoRaina! Drama by Raina Telgemeier: Book Trailer. Graphix Teachers guide.

The Prince and the Dressmaker " Jen Wang. The Prince and the Dressmaker: a Gender Spectrum Story Time | Gender Spectrum. Responding_to_Concerns_Teaching_About_Gender_030915.pdf. Education | Gender Spectrum. Deadnaming. GEORGE " Alex Gino. George. Dactyl Hill Squad by Daniel José Older. Julián is a Mermaid - Jessica Love. I'm Your Neighbor Books: Immigration Children's Literature. Books to Help Kids Understand What It's Like to Be a Refugee. Teaching Refugees with Limited Formal Schooling | Toward a Brighter Future. 8 educational resources to better understand the refugee crisis. The Refugee Experience for Middle Grade and YA Readers [in The Booklist Reader] | BookDragon. Best Kids Books About Refugees, as Chosen by Educators. Colorín Colorado | A bilingual site for educators and families of English language learners. Penguinrandomhouse. UNHCR - Teaching about refugees. The Night Diary by Veera Hiranandani. Veera Hiranandani: The Gift of Multiculturalism - Mackin Community.

The Night Diary author Veera Hirandani in conversation with editor. The Night Diary | Discussion Questions | Activities | Review. Serafina's Promise by Ann E. Burg. Serafina's Promise Discussion Guide. Serafina's Promise resources from Florida Association of Media in Education [ Serafina & Common Core | Ann E. Burg. Stormy seas : stories of young boat refugees (Book, 2017) Québec Reading Connection - Stormy Seas: Stories of Young Boat Refugees. Stormy Seas: Stories of Young Boat Refugees. The Only Road | Book by Alexandra Diaz. The Only Road: Curriculum Resource Guide | Library Learning.

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Multicultural literature is "literature by and about groups that have been marginalized and disregarded by the dominant European American culture in the United States. [It] includes racial, ethnic, religious, and language minorities, those living with physical or mental disabilities, [LGBTQIA], and people living in poverty."

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Madison Turner

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Madison Turner

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I chose to use live binder because after using it for the literature log, I really started to enjoy the format of the site.

My favorite resource included in this project would be diverse books.org. This website has links to many articles, books and other resources that encourage diverse books.

My favorite book that I included would have to be Wonder. It is such a classic. I read it in undergrad in a young adult literature class and fell I love with Auggie and his story.

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Katie Winfrey

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Katie Winfrey

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I used the new google sites for my website. I liked it I think it is easy to use and navigate.
My favorite resource was We Need Diverse Books website. I loved this website for the different videos they had and how easy it was to find information. They have an abundance of resources in one spot
My favorite book was a Dont Touch My Hair by Sharee Miller. I liked it because the message is broader than just hair. It is about having boundaries and not letting people pass those boundaries. An important lesson for anyone to learn but especially young girls.

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Multicultural Literature brings to one's mind books about cultures of the world other than the predominant culture in place. But it is more than that. Multicultural Literature is more than skin deep. A non profit organization called We Need Diverse Books says multicultural literature is books that "recognize all diverse experiences, including (but not limited to) LGBTQIA, Native, people of color, gender diversity, people with disabilities, and ethnic, cultural, and religious minorities."

Below: We Need Diverse Books campaign video from We Need Diverse Books.org

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Multicultural Literature brings to one's mind books about cultures of the world other than the predominant culture in place. But it is more than that. Multicultural Literature is more than skin deep.

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Rachel Smith

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I used Google Sites for my passport since it's super easy to navigate. Google Sites are also very customizable and it's easy to add in different picture, links, videos, etc. It was definitely the best option for what I wanted to do with my Passport.

My favorite resource was We Need Diverse Books because their main focus that every child should be able to see themselves in the pages of a book, making reading more relatable and comfortable is so important.

My favorite book was Amina's Voice by Hena Khan. Not only does this book focus on Muslim culture and issues, but also just on what it's like to be a young teenage girl going through normal middle school stuff!

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Jamie Staley

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I used Destiny Collections because I wanted to create something that my teachers would have access to easily.  I completed a Professional Development on this tool last year so by creating this in here, I am hoping to spark interest.

My favorite resource that I found was Colours of Us because they provide a monthly list of multicultural books which I thought was great.  To me this made it really easy to keep this at the front of your mind if each month you are given a new list!

I don't know that I had one favorite book, I just liked that because I connected this to Destiny, I was able to find all the books pertaining to African and Hispanic Americans already in my library.  I like that teachers can immediately see which book we already have that they can check out in print or as an ebook to use in their classrooms.

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Collections by Follett is a new, collaborative way for educators to collect and share resources from anywhere, at any time, and with anyone.

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Beth Mical

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I chose a google site because I am very familiar with this platform and it is easily editable to add information and resources in the future.

I have two favorite parts in this project.  The first is the book " The Survival Guide for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders".  We bought this book after our son was diagnosed with Autism.  We've used this book multiple times over the years to help us all tackle the challenges of having Autism.  My other favorite is the book "Ghost Boys."  I read this book last year and it definitely left a impression on me.  Besides being well-written, it is emotional, truthful, and touching.

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Multicultural Literature is important to the emotional growth of children because it allows all children to see themselves reflected in literature creating a positive sense of self. Multicultural literature provides children with the opportunity to learn about other cultures, creating an environment of respect for those cultures.

Dictionary.com defines culture as "the customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or other social group." and multicultural as "relating to or constituting several cultural or ethnic groups within a society." Multicultural literature relates the sociocultural experiences of underrepresented groups. Often, this literature is written by a member of that culture.

In The Importance of Diversity in Library Programs and Material Collections for Children , Jamie Campbell Naidoo states that providing quality, diverse literature for children can:

provide positive role models for culturally diverse children;

introduce children to characters with similar experiences and emotions;

reinforce a distinct cultural identity;

promote multilingual and literacy development;

inspire learning of other cultures and general cultural knowledge;

facilitate acceptance of cultures different from one's own; and

foster global connections.

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I used Google Sites as my format.

My favorite resource would be the link to Goodreads. I enjoyed seeing recommendations and comments made throughout Goodreads.

My favorite book recommendation would be "Just Because" in the Disabilities tab. The book is sweet and is a wonderful story of acceptance.

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Multiculturalism" is the co-existence of diverse cultures, where culture includes racial, religious, or cultural groups and is manifested in customary behaviours, cultural assumptions and values, patterns of thinking, and communicative styles.
Chu, C. M. (2005). Defining multiculturalism. Retrieved from https://www.ifla.org/publications/defining-multiculturalism

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Multiculturalism" is the co-existence of diverse cultures, where culture includes racial, religious, or cultural groups and is manifested in customary behaviours, cultural assumptions and values, patterns of thinking, and communicative styles. Chu, C. M. (2005). Defining multiculturalism. Retrieved from https://www.ifla.org/publications/defining-multiculturalism

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I used LibGuides to create my project.  I was making a libguide for LIS 620 at the same time, so I got lots of practice!  It's an easy to use format to organize information.
My favorite new resource that I found during this project is the I'm Your Neighbor-website.  It's dedicated to welcoming new Americans, and includes an extensive list of communities from around the world-check out the Muslim booklist.  This is a very easily searchable and intuitive website!
My favorite book is "Under My Hijab," which talks about how 6 strong, capable Muslim women style their hijabs, told from a little girl's point of view.
I chose Muslim children and children living in poverty as my two focus areas, since so many of my students fit one of those groups.

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The Brown Bookshelf-"The Brown Bookshelf is designed to push awareness of the myriad Black voices writing for young readers;" focused primarily on African American authors and literature.

Doing Good Together- The goal of this website is "Empowering families to raise caring, engaged children by offering unique programs and eve nts , valuable services , and fun activities that promote kindness and giving." They include terrific for literature that will initiate discussion.

I'm Your Neighbor -website dedicated to welcoming new Americans; includes an extensive list of communities from around the world-check out thebooklist; this is a very easily searchable and intuitive website!

Mirrors, Window, Doors-organization devoted to "celebrating diversity in a whole world of children's and YA literature."

Social Justice Books- This site endeavors "To promote engaging books for young readers that accurately reflect the many cultures, distinct traditions, and varied realities of Indigenous and people of color in historical and contemporary contexts." Be sure to see their and Economic Class book lists.

We Need Diverse Books -organization devoted to "Putting more books featuring diverse characters into the hands of all children;" offers a very broad definition of diversity and inclusivity.

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LibGuides: Multicultural PassPort LIS 617: Websites for Resources

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The Brown Bookshelf -"The Brown Bookshelf is designed to push awareness of the myriad Black voices writing for young readers;" focused primarily on African American authors and literature. Doing Good Together- The goal of this website is "Empowering families to raise caring, engaged children by offering unique programs and eve nts , valuable services , and fun activities that promote kindness and giving."

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Passport to Multicultural Literature- Beimnet Baissa

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I used (new) google sites for my project. I chose it because I like the way google sites works, and my county also uses google sites, so I can transfer it easily if I want to.

My favorite resource is the CCBC Advanced Book Finder because it's so easy to find books that fit specific criteria, if it exists.

I really enjoyed New Kid by Jerry Craft because it's a graphic novel, and it's funny, and I recommend it.

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"Multicultural literature is sometimes defined broadly as all books about people and their individual or group experiences within a particular culture, including mainstream cultures. Usually it is defined more specifically as literature by and baout groups that have been marginalized and disregarded by the dominant European American culture in the United States. This definition includes racial, ethnic, religious, and language minorities, those living with physical or mental disabilities, gays and lesbians, and people living in poverty."

(Short, Lynch-Brown, & Tomlinson, 2018, p. 173)

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"Multicultural literature is sometimes defined broadly as all books about people and their individual or group experiences within a particular culture, including mainstream cultures. Usually it is defined more specifically as literature by and baout groups that have been marginalized and disregarded by the dominant European American culture in the United States.

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Cearra Harris Passport to Multicultural Literature

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Cearra Harris Passport to Multicultural Literature

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I used Google sites to create my project.

My favorite book that I included was "Crown". I love this book and its message. I think it is truly a must read for all young men.

My favorite resource was the different blogs that recommend multicultural books. I especially love the blog We Need Diverse Books. I think it is just a valuable resource.

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Multicultural Literature is about the sociocultural experiences of underrepresented groups. This includes the works of those that come from marginalized and oppressed groups. Multicultural literature is also written by individuals that are members of underrepresented groups.

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Multicultural Literature is about the sociocultural experiences of underrepresented groups. This includes the works of those that come from marginalized and oppressed groups. Multicultural literature is also written by individuals that are members of underrepresented groups.

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Candice Godfrey

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Passport to Multicultural Literature by Candice Godfrey

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Format: I used Google Sites because it is a format I have become familiar with. In addition, I tried others and got overwhelmed. I will go back to those when I have more time.
Favorite Resource:  The Pragmatic Mom resource list was my favorite. This is because it is a huge resource. There are so many different topics and categories and each one has so many books.
Favorite Book: This is a hard choice. I liked every book I read for my multicultural passport. I think if forced to chose, my favorite would be The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Temple Grandin by Julia Finley Mosea. I chose this book because it is extremely encouraging for those children who have a hard time focusing or functioning in the classroom like other children. However, Temple was still successful when given the resources she needed to succeed.

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I used the format Google Sites to create my passport to multicultural literature. I chose it because I used it before for our group literature immersion projects as well as for my Award winning Books assignment and found it to be very simple to navigate as a creative and user. It is an intuitive format with multiple points for access for learners at different levels.

My favorite resource was actually one I came in with because it's still very good for finding up to date resources for more than one age group, handy when working with learners at different reading levels. That is the NPR Book Concierge - an annual platform for book reviews that increasingly includes more diverse options and independent selections.

My favorite book that I read for the Multicultural Passport was The First Rule of Punk by Celia C. Cruz. I found it to be a uniquely creative piece of literature incorporating musical diversity and graphic novel/picture book components in the form of zine segments between the text chapters. I highly recommend that one!

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"Benefits of Teaching Multicultural Literature" by Derek Spencer - In this 2015 blog post from Prestwick House, some of the key reasons to read multicultural literature are outlined. These include building empathy, removing stereotypes, and increasing student engagement with text. https://www.prestwickhouse.com/blog/post/2015/05/benefits-of-teaching-multicultural-literature

"Exploring Elementary Students' Perceptions of Disability Using Children's Literature" by Wilkins, Howe, Seiloff, Rowan, and Lilly - In this 2016 article from the British Journal of Special Education, a group of 3rd and 4th grade kids read high-quality books accurately portraying characters with disability and then discuss them, revealing an increase in positive attitudes about disabilities and empathy for different people. https://uncg.on.worldcat.org/oclc/6832676347

"Guiding Principles for Teaching Multicultural Literature" by Belinda Y. Louie - In this 2006 article from The Reading Teacher, guidelines are offered to help enhance the teaching of multicultural literature and enhance children's responses to it. Some of these suggestions are a.) check the authenticity of the story, b.) understand the world of the ethnic characters, c.) see the world through the perspective of the character, and d.) identify values that shape the character's conflict resolution strategies. https://uncg.on.worldcat.org/oclc/5379199410

"Window, Mirror and Vehicle: The Impact of Multicultural Children's Literature" by Louise Granahan - In this 1999 article from Orbit, the concept of windows and mirrors was introduced by Granahan and the different functions of representation, reflection, and fostering empathy and perspective are explored further. https://uncg.on.worldcat.org/oclc/5231720298

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"Benefits of Teaching Multicultural Literature" by Derek Spencer - In this 2015 blog post from Prestwick House, some of the key reasons to read multicultural literature are outlined. These include building empathy, removing stereotypes, and increasing student engagement with text.

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I chose to use Google Sites because like the format, it is easy to use, and the teachers I work with are familiar with navigating Google Sites.
My favorite resource is the website We Need Diverse Books because it has so many resources and information within it.
My favorite book was Ron's Mission. It has a great message and is engaging. I like that it is about an African American who isn't a sports figure or part of the civil rights movement since that's what seems to be the majority. It is based on a real person and I believe young black boys being able to see themselves in this story.

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literature that represents people that fall outside the mainstream categories such as race, ethnicity, gender, culture, disability, sexual orientation, or language

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Passport to Multicultural Literature By Mary McDermott

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Passport to Multicultural Literature By Mary McDermott

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I chose to use Google Sites because I like the formatting/style of the site.  It is easy to navigate as well as easy to update and maintain for future use.

One of my favorite resources was the website https://multiculturalchildrensbookday.com. It is a fabulous site that provides multiple comprehensive book lists and activities focusing on different topic areas. The site also highlights character education themes such as a "Kindness Kit" and "Empathy Kit" that includes books, activities and discussion guides. Excellent guide that lists book links that re-direct you to the book's site for more information and a detailed summary.

My favorite book is “I am Enough” by Grace Byers. It is a beautiful, must read picture book that reminds readers that they "are enough". Focusing on self-acceptance as well as appreciating the differences of those around us. And ultimately creating a world that is more loving and kind. It is so thoughtfully written and sweet!

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Passport to Multicultural Lit by Debbie Pfeiffer

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Passport to Multicultural Lit by Debbie Pfeiffer

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I used Google Sites so that it could be easily added to, plus it could be linked up easily to our Google classroom/Google for education platform at my school district.My favorite resources were probably the articles I found through VOYA about the need for diverse books--and the youtube videos of Rudine Bishop Sims talking about mirrors, windows, and sliding doors!
My favorite book was a toss-up between Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds and Undefeated:  Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team by Steve Sheinkin. Both were totally engrossing, powerful books--and got me excited to share them particularly with middle grade boy readers since they're reluctant to read--they're accessible and they're about topics they'd totally get into (and girls would too). Great premises for both (and one is fiction and one nonfiction).