ERIC Number: ED511472
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2010
Pages: 216
Abstractor: ERIC
ISBN: ISBN-978-0-8389-3582-8
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Multicultural Programs for Tweens and Teens
Alexander, Linda B., Ed.; Kwon, Nahyun, Ed.
ALA Editions
"Multicultural Programs for Tweens and Teens" is a one-stop resource that encourages children and young adults to explore different cultures. Dozens of flexible programming ideas allow you to: (1) Choose a program specific to your scheduling, budget, or age group requirements; (2) Create an event that reflects a specific culture; and (3) Recommend further resources. Following the practical programs laid out here, young adult librarians in public libraries, school librarians, and adult and young adult services staff can easily explore many diverse cultures. This book contains the following chapters: (1) Exploring African American Culture; (2) Exploring Asian Cultures; (3) Exploring Latino American Cultures; (4) Exploring Native American Cultures; and (5) Cross-Cultural Programming. An introduction and index are also included.
Descriptors: Multicultural Education, African American Culture, American Indian Culture, Asian Culture, Hispanic Americans, Cultural Awareness, Adolescents, Public Libraries, Programming, Library Services, Librarians, Preadolescents, Young Adults
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Publication Type: Books; Guides - Non-Classroom
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Audience: Media Staff
Language: English
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