Promoting a Global Community Through Multicultural Children's Literature: [Paperback]

Stan Steiner (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1563087057 | ISBN-13: 978-1563087059 | Publication Date: March 15, 2001 | Edition: annotated edition

You will find this book invaluable for teaching students the beauties of diversity and for building understanding of cultures from around the world. This book features more than 800 titles, both single volume and series, selected for their multicultural content and compelling reflections of the social issues of diverse cultures. The more than 100 interdisciplinary application strategies for titles range from reading aloud with follow-up discussions to social activism. Fully indexed by author and title, this guide includes Web sites for literature integration, contact information, a discussion of the benefits of multicultural literature, and suggestions for further reading. The perfect guide for introducing students to other cultures and customs.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

A timely and informative guide for educators who are trying to promote an understanding of world cultures and our interconnectedness. The book is divided into five sections: "Ties That Bind: Celebrating Life around the World"; "Refugees and Homeless: Nomads of the World"; "Navigating the Road to Literacy"; "Books That Bring People Together"; and "Multicultural Books in a Series." Chapters are then subdivided into narrower topics and include annotated lists of books in many different genres. Each chapter concludes with a section of "Book Extensions," a list of ideas to build on the issues raised by some of the books mentioned. Each suggestion notes its applicability to subject areas such as social studies, sociology, and history. The more than 800 recommended titles for kindergarten through eighth grade are for the most part current and varied. The final section covers "Resources for Promoting Children's and Young Adult Literature" and provides a list of professional reading and resources for infusing literature into content areas. A valuable resource for a relevant topic.

Edith Ching, St. Albans School, Mt. St. Alban, Washington, DC

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

From Booklist

For teachers and librarians from preschool through junior high, this useful, annotated bibliography of multicultural books is organized by global connections, making clear Steiner's passionate commitment to promoting cultural diversity. There are books about ethnic foods, games, and celebrations, but the focus is on connections, "books that bring people together." Each of the five chapters includes sections on picture books, poetry, fiction, and nonfiction. There are also ideas for using the books in the curriculum, including good advice based on Steiner's own experience. One suggestion is to give students different books to read; have lots of books available on a theme and allow students to choose their own book, become experts, and share their information with the class. Much of this book has been reprinted from issues of Book Links magazine. Hazel Rochman
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Product Details

• Paperback: 179 pages
• Publisher: Libraries Unlimited; annotated edition edition (March 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1563087057
• ISBN-13: 978-1563087059
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,507,105 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars can't see sample, December 5, 2007

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Laura A. Hefele "not a critic" (Long Island, New York) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Promoting a Global Community Through Multicultural Children's Literature: (Paperback)

The three star review is only based on the index and references. This author chose to let customers see inside the book. While I understand the importance of indexes and references, an actual sample of writing would have been appreciated. How can we tell if it is age appropriate? The author indicates a reading level of K-12, that is a lot of ground to cover!!!