Becoming culturally responsive in the classroom is a process that involves ongoing learning and reflection. Here are some steps to get started: culturally Responsive Classroom Tips
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Celebrate National Unicorn Day on April 9th with a DIY Unicorn Horn Headband craft, perfect for homeschoolers and teachers. This engaging project not only sparks creativity but also aids in developing fine motor skills and imagination. It integrates art and science, is adaptable for different skill levels, and offers step-by-step instructions, enhancing bonding in families and classrooms.
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Embrace the Beat: Introducing the Bodhran Drum to Your Elementary School Music Class Are you looking to add a touch of tradition and rhythm to your elementary school music classes? Look no further than the Bodhran – a quintessential instrument from the heart of Irish culture. Incorporating this unique drum into your lesson plans during
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As a reminder to you, when it comes to teaching your students to be globally-minded citizens who not only respect but celebrate diversity, it’s not really what you teach – it’s how you teach it. However, it’s important to find good resources for teaching cultural diversity! Part I and Part II of this series were
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It’s okay to be worried, confused or scared to teach about black culture. It’s okay to no know what to say. It’s not okay to avoid it. Learn what you can do when you don’t know what to do to support black culture and black equality as a teacher.
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Parents are juggling so much while kids are learning from home! Between the housework, cooking, keeping their kids engaged in schoolwork, being parents, managing their own career obligations, and not to mention any self-care. It’s hard. As teachers, we know how to integrate. So there is no reason why we shouldn’t help out parents by
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Students are at home and learning more than ever about their family! This is a great time to encourage a stronger family bond and to learn more about one’s heritage! This podcast is all about how students can conduct an interview to learn more about their heritage. There is a lot of standards based
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With professional Brazilian percussionist, Daniel GohnA companion for episode #49 Respecting Diversity in the Class Learn all about the rhythms, feel and instruments of Brazilian samba percussion! Special guest Daniel Gohn from Sao Paulo Brazil explains to us how to develop an authentic samba sound with a music class. Here are some typical Brazilian Samba
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For the podcast episode #48 I wanted to talk all things Brazilian Carnaval! However, even though I’ve spent 8 years living in Brazil, I’m not an expert and I wanted to give you expert and reliable information to use in your classrooms! Success! I found Manuela Green, born in Rio de Janeiro but spent 20
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Use Irish Folklore to retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate an understanding of their central message or lesson. These stories were passed down orally for many many years and in Ireland, many of these stories were in their native language of Gaelic – which most people refer to as Irish. The oral tradition has
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