Multicultural Storytime Magic Contributor(s): MacMillan, Kathy (Author), Kirker, Christine (Author) |
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ISBN: 0838911420 ISBN-13: 9780838911426 Publisher: ALA Editions OUR PRICE: $46.53 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 2012 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Language Arts & Disciplines | Library & Information Science - General - Literary Criticism | Children's & Young Adult Literature |
Dewey: 027.625 |
LCCN: 2011043434 |
Physical Information: 0.54" H x 8.5" W x 11" (1.32 lbs) 256 pages |
Themes: - Ethnic Orientation - Multicultural |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Storytime audiences grow ever more diverse, and it's important that the materials used in programs reflect that richness of experience. Multiculturalism need not be an occasional initiative attached to particular holidays. In this book best-selling authors MacMillan and Kirker offer a new paradigm for multicultural programs, one in which diversity is woven into any and every storytime, no matter what the topic. Arranged thematically around dozens of popular storytime themes, the authors Present original and traditional resources from all over the world that will enrich storytimes for ages 2 through 5 Offer concrete book recommendations, fingerplays, and other activities that can be integrated into existing storytimes Include download links for flannelboard and stick puppet patterns, and illustrations of American Sign Language signs With numerous activities and programming suggestions, this book will seamlessly integrate and enhance cultural awareness for children all year round. |