![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Although this has not yet been passed, the resolution brought even more attention to the month, which continues to be observed across the country. Representatives Rashida Tlaib and Debbie Dingell issued a congressional resolution for this awareness month to be nationally recognized. National Arab American Heritage Month recognizes the lives and heritage of Arab American people. April is National Arab American Heritage Month Plus, read on to the end for more classroom resources. This article will provide a list of children’s books-both picture books and chapter books-written by Arab American authors, that are excellent for highlighting the voices, history, and contributions of Arab American people. Teaching about Arab American people and history in your classroom can both help Arab American students feel seen and also help build community for Arab American families in your classroom. This approach is the Windows and Mirrors framework, used by Waterford in all of its early learning lessons and activities. ![]() They also need “window” stories that let them peek into lives and experiences that may be different from their own, which help students develop empathy and broaden their perspectives. They need “mirror” stories that reflect their own experiences, which lead to a sense of belonging in their classroom and communities. Children benefit from two types of stories in their lives. ![]()
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