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Edit Comment Close Premium member Presentation Transcript Slide1: Multicultural and International Children’s Books Chapter 9 Page 290 - 323 Values of Multicultural Literature: Values of Multicultural Literature Fosters awareness, understanding and appreciation of other cultures Develops knowledge of, identity with, and pride for one’s own cultural heritage Learn of literary traditions and other world contributions Discover all cultures and races have similar feelings, emotions, and needs Slide3: 5. Develop respect for values and contributions of minority groups 6. Broaden understanding of history, geography and natural history 7. Understand social change 8. Erase stereotypes 9. Learn to live in harmony 10. Celebrate the differences among us Research Findings: Research Findings By age three, racial awareness is evident By are ten, racial attitudes are crystallized Children’s attitudes toward diversity tend to stay constant unless altered by life-changing events (Aboud) Student’s prejudices have been reduced because of involvement with good multicultural books (Darrigan) The browning of America will continue to increase, especially Latinos and Asians (Population Reference Bureau, 2001, p. 292): The browning of America will continue to increase, especially Latinos and Asians (Population Reference Bureau, 2001, p. 292) …biggest danger is if we don't include multicultural literature in libraries and classrooms Terms – what do they mean?: Terms – what do they mean? Multicultural literature global term that comprises lit from world cultural groups Multiethnic literature refers to literature of people of color who reside in North American …think multicultural, not multiracial Parallel Cultures…a term coined by Virginia Hamilton: Parallel Cultures …a term coined by Virginia Hamilton accords equal status to all cultures Evaluating Multicultural Literature: Evaluating Multicultural Literature Check illustrations for stereotypical reinforcement, tokenism Check the storyline Look at lifestyles Weigh character relationships Slide9: Note the heroes Consider effect on child’s image Consider background of author/illustrator Check author’s perspective Watch for loaded words Look at copyright date Quality multicultural books:: Quality multicultural books: have memorable characters who face the best and worst that life offers with dignity show people are individuals first and members of a race second reflect human commonalties, not differences show diverse characters from different socioeconomic backgrounds, educational levels, occupations, physical strengths, and abilities Slide11: show nonwhite characters equal to whites allow characters to display outstanding abilities without the approval of whites avoid 'model minority' or 'bad minority' don't glamorize or glorify nonwhites promote achievement without white intervention or 'becoming white' present role models from all cultures portray the culture accurately rectify historical distortions and omissions Past Representations in Literature: Past Representations in Literature Hidden curriculum certain books - because of illustrations, themes, characterizations, and language can perpetuate stereotypes and result in psychological damage or discomfort for children Omission - what is not said Slide13: Larrick (1965) All-White World of Children's Books lack of books about minorities stereotypes found in few available books absence of color hurts children who don't see themselves, but hurts whites even worse Latimer (1976) some educators continue to communicate negative messages about minorities through things such as bulletin boards; white children taught distorted image Research on Stereotypes: Research on Stereotypes African Americans Between 1827 - 1967; Broderick (1971) physically unattractive, musical, fervently religious and superstitious, limited goals, and dependent upon whites Pre-Civil War; Banfield (1985) slavery depicted as idyllic, pastoral and beneficial Slide15: Native Americans majority of books before 1970, no good Byler (1977) white benevolence only thing that will save them Herbst (1977) most were savage, depraved and cruel noble, proud, silent and close to nature inferior, childlike, and helpless called bucks, squaws, papooses dehumanized and depersonalized by not even giving them names going to white schools helped improve them must abandon their culture because it was valueless Slide16: Hispanic Americans Morgan (1973) very few books available problems solved by intervention of Anglos learning English solved all problems Asian Americans most are grossly misleading all Asians look alike live in quaint communities in large cities cling to outworn, alien customs must assimilate in white-middle class and learn English Types of Multicultural Stories: Types of Multicultural Stories 1. Culturally neutral - have minority characters but about other topics 2. Generic - focus on cultural groups but have few specific details Slide18: 3. . Culturally specific - cultural themes are present 4. Culturally conscious Diversity: Diversity Includes Cultural groups that often cross color lines socioeconomic groups physically different ability different African American Literature : African American Literature African tales love of beauty, humor, work, courage some explore societal problems show value of oral tradition adhering in values and beliefs rewards some show how animals acquired certain traits African American "American" tales: African American 'American' tales 'Uncle Remus most famous reflect changes caused by new environments filled with symbolism and alternate meaning many based on supernatural spirituals source for understanding value African American Fiction Stories: African American Fiction Stories Include themes of self-discovery and searching for roots Strong characterization Universal appeal Abundance written about African American experience Nonfiction African American : Nonfiction African American Many are biographies Native American Literature : Native American Literature Many have recently been published but still few with contemporary setting Many beautifully illustrated Many by regional publishers, therefore not easily available Native American Tales: Native American Tales Common themes of harmony with nature respect for gained wisdom acquiring patience family more important than individual Many include traditional tales of legendary heroes Four types of Mythology Tales(J. Bierhorst, 1976): Four types of Mythology Tales (J. Bierhorst, 1976) 1. Setting-the-world-in-order - creation stories - how earth, animals, and plant life came to be Slide27: 2. Family drama tales - needs - conflicts - learning from elders - protection - overcoming problems -rivalry - aggression Slide28: 3. Trickster tales - reveal bad and good conduct - flirt with antisocial temptations - Northwest is Raven, Plains is coyote Slide29: 4. Threshold tales - how characters go into and out of animal world Combination tales - use all of the four types of mythology tales Slide30: Songs and Poetry - often part of ceremonial rituals Native American Fiction Stories: Native American Fiction Stories Historical survival of body or spirit catastrophic changes relationships with whites individuals within family as well as tribe Contemporary very little of it conflict of old and new ways hostility toward whites Native American Nonfiction: Native American Nonfiction Problems with growing up in two cultures Overwhelming odds Indians faced against European conquers Native American Biographies : Native American Biographies Hispanic Literature: Hispanic Literature Although largest minority in US, relatively few books Tend to go out of print faster Most about Mexican or Puerto Rican heritage Many are about religious customs and celebrations Spanish vocabulary often interspersed Gary Soto most prolific writer Hispanic Folklore: Hispanic Folklore Frequent theme people value cleverness Many indicate infusion, blending of Hispanic and American cultures Incorporate pre-Spanish tales of Aztecs, Maya, Incas Hispanic Fiction: Hispanic Fiction Picture storybooks Historical and Contemporary Hispanic Realistic Fiction: Historical and Contemporary Hispanic Realistic Fiction Few portray Hispanics in suitably positive ways or as main characters Hispanic Nonfiction: Hispanic Nonfiction Many on discoveries, especially Columbus Many about accomplishments of ancient native cultures Majority on celebrations about Christmas and Cinco de Mayo Asian American Literature: Asian American Literature Few highly recommended books Lawrence Yep most prolific Folklore Historical and Realistic Asian American Fiction: Historical and Realistic Asian American Fiction Great respect for elderly and dead Family obligations Value of honor Prejudice experienced Early immigration Slide41: During World War II, fifth-grader Jane and her family, who are Jewish, must move to Texas ... her new Christian friends send her Orthodox grandfather into a rage by Barbara Barrie (1990) Slide42: Asian Nonfiction dispel many stereotypic inaccuracies Suggestions for Storytelling: Suggestions for Storytelling Objects child selects trigger story to be told Hats with objects on them African or Navajo story starters Jicarilla Apache corn Curriculum Suggestions: Curriculum Suggestions Rewrite the story and change culture of main character Research traditional foods, costumes, rituals, celebrations Discuss what country you want to live in, why Make patchwork quilt of different characters, cultures; find common 'threads' Who Am I Poem: Who Am I Poem Each line must start with the phrase 'I am...' 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Edit Comment Close Premium member Presentation Transcript Slide1: Multicultural and International Children’s Books Chapter 9 Page 290 - 323 Values of Multicultural Literature: Values of Multicultural Literature Fosters awareness, understanding and appreciation of other cultures Develops knowledge of, identity with, and pride for one’s own cultural heritage Learn of literary traditions and other world contributions Discover all cultures and races have similar feelings, emotions, and needs Slide3: 5. Develop respect for values and contributions of minority groups 6. Broaden understanding of history, geography and natural history 7. Understand social change 8. Erase stereotypes 9. Learn to live in harmony 10. Celebrate the differences among us Research Findings: Research Findings By age three, racial awareness is evident By are ten, racial attitudes are crystallized Children’s attitudes toward diversity tend to stay constant unless altered by life-changing events (Aboud) Student’s prejudices have been reduced because of involvement with good multicultural books (Darrigan) The browning of America will continue to increase, especially Latinos and Asians (Population Reference Bureau, 2001, p. 292): The browning of America will continue to increase, especially Latinos and Asians (Population Reference Bureau, 2001, p. 292) …biggest danger is if we don't include multicultural literature in libraries and classrooms Terms – what do they mean?: Terms – what do they mean? Multicultural literature global term that comprises lit from world cultural groups Multiethnic literature refers to literature of people of color who reside in North American …think multicultural, not multiracial Parallel Cultures…a term coined by Virginia Hamilton: Parallel Cultures …a term coined by Virginia Hamilton accords equal status to all cultures Evaluating Multicultural Literature: Evaluating Multicultural Literature Check illustrations for stereotypical reinforcement, tokenism Check the storyline Look at lifestyles Weigh character relationships Slide9: Note the heroes Consider effect on child’s image Consider background of author/illustrator Check author’s perspective Watch for loaded words Look at copyright date Quality multicultural books:: Quality multicultural books: have memorable characters who face the best and worst that life offers with dignity show people are individuals first and members of a race second reflect human commonalties, not differences show diverse characters from different socioeconomic backgrounds, educational levels, occupations, physical strengths, and abilities Slide11: show nonwhite characters equal to whites allow characters to display outstanding abilities without the approval of whites avoid 'model minority' or 'bad minority' don't glamorize or glorify nonwhites promote achievement without white intervention or 'becoming white' present role models from all cultures portray the culture accurately rectify historical distortions and omissions Past Representations in Literature: Past Representations in Literature Hidden curriculum certain books - because of illustrations, themes, characterizations, and language can perpetuate stereotypes and result in psychological damage or discomfort for children Omission - what is not said Slide13: Larrick (1965) All-White World of Children's Books lack of books about minorities stereotypes found in few available books absence of color hurts children who don't see themselves, but hurts whites even worse Latimer (1976) some educators continue to communicate negative messages about minorities through things such as bulletin boards; white children taught distorted image Research on Stereotypes: Research on Stereotypes African Americans Between 1827 - 1967; Broderick (1971) physically unattractive, musical, fervently religious and superstitious, limited goals, and dependent upon whites Pre-Civil War; Banfield (1985) slavery depicted as idyllic, pastoral and beneficial Slide15: Native Americans majority of books before 1970, no good Byler (1977) white benevolence only thing that will save them Herbst (1977) most were savage, depraved and cruel noble, proud, silent and close to nature inferior, childlike, and helpless called bucks, squaws, papooses dehumanized and depersonalized by not even giving them names going to white schools helped improve them must abandon their culture because it was valueless Slide16: Hispanic Americans Morgan (1973) very few books available problems solved by intervention of Anglos learning English solved all problems Asian Americans most are grossly misleading all Asians look alike live in quaint communities in large cities cling to outworn, alien customs must assimilate in white-middle class and learn English Types of Multicultural Stories: Types of Multicultural Stories 1. Culturally neutral - have minority characters but about other topics 2. Generic - focus on cultural groups but have few specific details Slide18: 3. . Culturally specific - cultural themes are present 4. Culturally conscious Diversity: Diversity Includes Cultural groups that often cross color lines socioeconomic groups physically different ability different African American Literature : African American Literature African tales love of beauty, humor, work, courage some explore societal problems show value of oral tradition adhering in values and beliefs rewards some show how animals acquired certain traits African American "American" tales: African American 'American' tales 'Uncle Remus most famous reflect changes caused by new environments filled with symbolism and alternate meaning many based on supernatural spirituals source for understanding value African American Fiction Stories: African American Fiction Stories Include themes of self-discovery and searching for roots Strong characterization Universal appeal Abundance written about African American experience Nonfiction African American : Nonfiction African American Many are biographies Native American Literature : Native American Literature Many have recently been published but still few with contemporary setting Many beautifully illustrated Many by regional publishers, therefore not easily available Native American Tales: Native American Tales Common themes of harmony with nature respect for gained wisdom acquiring patience family more important than individual Many include traditional tales of legendary heroes Four types of Mythology Tales(J. Bierhorst, 1976): Four types of Mythology Tales (J. Bierhorst, 1976) 1. Setting-the-world-in-order - creation stories - how earth, animals, and plant life came to be Slide27: 2. Family drama tales - needs - conflicts - learning from elders - protection - overcoming problems -rivalry - aggression Slide28: 3. Trickster tales - reveal bad and good conduct - flirt with antisocial temptations - Northwest is Raven, Plains is coyote Slide29: 4. Threshold tales - how characters go into and out of animal world Combination tales - use all of the four types of mythology tales Slide30: Songs and Poetry - often part of ceremonial rituals Native American Fiction Stories: Native American Fiction Stories Historical survival of body or spirit catastrophic changes relationships with whites individuals within family as well as tribe Contemporary very little of it conflict of old and new ways hostility toward whites Native American Nonfiction: Native American Nonfiction Problems with growing up in two cultures Overwhelming odds Indians faced against European conquers Native American Biographies : Native American Biographies Hispanic Literature: Hispanic Literature Although largest minority in US, relatively few books Tend to go out of print faster Most about Mexican or Puerto Rican heritage Many are about religious customs and celebrations Spanish vocabulary often interspersed Gary Soto most prolific writer Hispanic Folklore: Hispanic Folklore Frequent theme people value cleverness Many indicate infusion, blending of Hispanic and American cultures Incorporate pre-Spanish tales of Aztecs, Maya, Incas Hispanic Fiction: Hispanic Fiction Picture storybooks Historical and Contemporary Hispanic Realistic Fiction: Historical and Contemporary Hispanic Realistic Fiction Few portray Hispanics in suitably positive ways or as main characters Hispanic Nonfiction: Hispanic Nonfiction Many on discoveries, especially Columbus Many about accomplishments of ancient native cultures Majority on celebrations about Christmas and Cinco de Mayo Asian American Literature: Asian American Literature Few highly recommended books Lawrence Yep most prolific Folklore Historical and Realistic Asian American Fiction: Historical and Realistic Asian American Fiction Great respect for elderly and dead Family obligations Value of honor Prejudice experienced Early immigration Slide41: During World War II, fifth-grader Jane and her family, who are Jewish, must move to Texas ... her new Christian friends send her Orthodox grandfather into a rage by Barbara Barrie (1990) Slide42: Asian Nonfiction dispel many stereotypic inaccuracies Suggestions for Storytelling: Suggestions for Storytelling Objects child selects trigger story to be told Hats with objects on them African or Navajo story starters Jicarilla Apache corn Curriculum Suggestions: Curriculum Suggestions Rewrite the story and change culture of main character Research traditional foods, costumes, rituals, celebrations Discuss what country you want to live in, why Make patchwork quilt of different characters, cultures; find common 'threads' Who Am I Poem: Who Am I Poem Each line must start with the phrase 'I am...' Leave it open to their interpretation as much as possible, but suggest that they can, if they wish, include statements about where they're from regionally, ethnically, religiously, etc., memories from different points in their lives, interests and hobbies, mottos or credos, favorite phrases, family traditions and customs, and whatever else defines who they are. Discussion Questions: Discussion Questions Do the new versions of Little Black Sambo eliminate reasons for original controversy? Do they change stereotypical topics 2. Go to: http://www.northlandpub.com/ click on 'Rising Moon Books' click on 'Picture Books' If you could buy only one of these books, which book would you buy? Justify your choice. Nice author websitehttp://www.cynthialeitichsmith.com/newreadingb.htm#multiculturalism: Nice author website http://www.cynthialeitichsmith.com/newreadingb.htm#multiculturalism