Multicultural Storytime Magic (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780838911426)

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.

Author: Kathy MacMillan, Christine Kirker
ISBN-10: 0838911420
ISBN-13: 9780838911426
Publisher: ALA Editions
Language: English
Published: 06/15/2012
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.32lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.54d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 10/01/2012 pg. 161
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 03/01/2013 pg. 359