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This unique counting book introduces Cree numbers, from one to ten. Featuring powwow imagery that reflects the rich culture and tradition of the Cree people, rhyme, rhythm, and glowing illustration combine to make language learning a joyful experience for young readers. A pronunciation guide is included in the back of the book.
• Winner of McNally Robinson Book for Young People Award
• Selected for The Canadian Children's Book Centre's Best...
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NOW IN PAPERBACK The "powerful" (Michelle Alexander) exploration-featured by the Atlantic, Essence, the Washington Post, New York magazine, NPR, the New Republic and the Tom Joyner Morning Show-of the harsh and harmful experiences confronting black girls in schools In a work that has rapidly become "imperative reading" (Lisa Delpit) on education, gender, and juvenile justice, Monique W. Morris (Black Stats, Too Beautiful for Words) chronicles the...
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Too often, we look at Blacks and their accomplishments as "no big deal." Yet, many Blacks persevered and accomplished much despite an America that did not want them to do anything other than serve as servants and at the bidding of White America. Black and Brilliant young people need to know their Black and Brilliant history and the Black and Brilliant stalwarts who engineered that history.
I started on the "journey" of understanding who I was, who...
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Long version : All the people in this book are real except for 2. The Earthquake 12.5 in the Richter scale and the Tsunami more that 120 meters is predicted to happen in Peru some day . This is the story of 3 turtles that travel from el Paso Texas to Arequipa Peru to visit Felipe a 6 years old child, very intelligent , the explosion of the volcano Misti and all the 16 volcanoes need to travel to Lima where an earthquake of 12.5 on the the richter...
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School improvement begins with self-examination and honest dialogue about socialization, bias, discrimination, and cultural insensitivity. The authors acknowledge both the structural and sociological issues that contribute to low-performing schools, and offer multiple tools and strategies to assess and improve classroom management, increase literacy, establish academic vocabulary, and contribute to a healthier school culture.
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Les jumelages interculturels, qui ont reçu une mention de la Fondation canadienne des relations raciales (2005) et la Médaille du jubilé de diamant de la reine Élisabeth II (2012), sont des activités permettant la rencontre de personnes de différentes cultures. Les principes de base sont égalité, collaboration et réciprocité.
Ce livre contribue à la compréhension des enjeux sociaux relatifs à la diversité ethnique, à l'intégration...
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Vivre la diversité est un guide incontournable pour quiconque veut comprendre la diversité et les questions raciales afin de lutter contre les préjugés. Shakil Choudhury y évoque des expériences concrètes et propose des outils pratiques, une feuille de route pour réconcilier les
différences, renforcer l'équité et l'inclusion dans nos sociétés. Ancré dans la psychologie, la justice sociale et la méditation, Vivre la diversité...
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Unacknowledged policies and mindsets from the Transatlantic Slave Trade continue to perpetuate injustices and instability, destroying people and the planet. It keeps the world in conquest, terror alert mode shaping human interactions and expectations. To address these issues and define our lens, Parts I and II answers two questions regarding the Transatlantic Slave Trade (1444-1888). The first question, "Where are we?," addresses the remnants of that...
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The first installment of The RIISE Roadmap to Independent School Success & Beyond is an introduction to the experiences of Ms. Parker Collins' family as well as an overview of the culture of independent schools. Subsequent installments will focus on issues including the application process, becoming an active parent, and dealing with the hurdles families face when entering predominantly affluent and white institutions. With a growing number of prospective...
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Passing through Boundary Rd at West End, a Brisbane suburb, is not an ordinary experience. As opposed to the larger world- where due to differences in religion, culture, language or social class, pools of blood have coloured the streets and the sacred threshold of family homes have been turned to crime scenes and rubble- you get to see an immense diversity of food, shops, retail stores, cultures, costumes, religions and music, all within a stretch...
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Get the Summary of Nikole Hannah-Jones's The 1619 Project in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Nikole Hannah-Jones's "The 1619 Project" examines the enduring legacy of Black Americans' contributions to the nation, juxtaposed with the systemic racism they have faced. The book begins with Hannah-Jones's reflection on her father's patriotism, despite the discrimination he faced as a descendant of sharecroppers in an...
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This book contains some short stories from the author's experiences in teaching Indonesian to middle school students in Northern Territory, Australia. There are basic level Indonesian language vocabulary and sentences which are presented in this book with simple exercises and solutions. Originally, this book was written as a gift for students who graduated in 2017 but can be extended also to the general public who are interested in Indonesian language...
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This creative dissertation addresses the process and implications of documenting and exhibiting a musical soundscape, utilizing the culture of southwest Louisiana as an anchor. From an insider's perspective, the scholarly essay interrogates the photographer's privilege and civil contract within a cultural, historical, and artistic framework. This study examines the relationship between music and social welfare, and explores the messages between the...
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As the pandemic hit and the schools began closing, many kids had different experiences. The Day Everyone Stayed Home is a story that shares about what many different children experienced while they were staying home. Not every home looked the same, and each child had something to share with their teachers during remote learning sessions. Each child added a wonderful unique page in the story of the day everyone was home from school.
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With all the programs, reform efforts, and innovations designed to fix our schools and improve student achievement, there is one basic question that often goes unasked: Are students actually being taught those things we expect them to learn? Total Instructional Alignment (TIA) explains why the answer to this question is often No, and then details how to implement the TIA three-step process so there is alignment between standards, curriculum, classroom...
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Have you ever considered studying abroad, but the process seems overwhelming, tedious, and time consuming? Do you question what you'll get out of the experience, or how it will benefit you? Do you find yourself wondering if it's even worth it to go?
Samantha Kaiser, a study abroad intern and alumni explains exactly why it's worth it! Studying abroad equips you with beneficial skills that will empower you to be your best self for the rest of your...
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Diversity Conversations challenges readers to manage their personal beliefs and biases, recognize the legitimacy of opposing perspectives, and find common ground. This book encourages personal growth through examining the conversations we have on diversity with ourselves, those who are like us and those who are different. A balance of real-life experiences, useful research, and practical tips are presented that enable readers to become more thoughtful...
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What will it take to create equitable educational opportunities for all students? According to veteran educator Vernita Mayfield, teachers and school leaders need to learn how to recognize culturally embedded narratives about racial hierarchy and dismantle the systems of privilege and the institutions that perpetuate them with knowledge, action, and advocacy.
Cultural Competence Now provides a structure to begin meaningful conversations about race,...
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Over the past few years, it has become clear that the path of transformation in schools since 1994 has not led South Africa's education system to where we had hoped it could be. Through tweets, posts and recent protests in schools, it has become apparent that in former whites-only state schools, and private schools, children of color and those who are 'different' don't feel they belong. Following the astonishing success of How to Fix South Africa's...
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As public schools become increasingly embattled by budget shortfalls, crowded buildings, and ever-more-rigid curricula, the burden of these restrictions has drastically changed the way children are expected to learn. Nowhere is this more obvious or more devastating than classrooms in high-need urban areas. Drawing upon teachers' firsthand experiences in some of today's most demanding schools, leading education experts Beverly Falk and Megan Blumenreich...
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