theme #50
melanin People activities
celebrating skin tone
Discuss the beauty of different skin tones.
Engage in activities that celebrate and highlight the diversity of melanin-rich skin.
Colors of the world art project
Provide art materials in various shades to represent different skin tones.
Encourage children to create self-portraits using the colors that best match their own skin.
cultural dress-up day
Have a cultural dress-up day where children can wear clothing or accessories that represent their cultural backgrounds.
Encourage discussions about cultural traditions.
global cuisine exploration
Explore foods from around the world, emphasizing the diversity of culinary traditions.
Discuss the importance of different foods in various cultures.
multilingual learning
Introduce basic words and phrases in different languages.
Foster an appreciation for linguistic diversity.
cultural storytelling
Share stories from various cultures that feature characters with diverse backgrounds.
Discuss the importance of storytelling in preserving cultural heritage.
world music & dance
Explore music and dance from different cultures.
Engage in rhythmic activities and dances that celebrate diversity.
global friendship activities
Promote the value of friendship across cultures.
Engage in activities that encourage understanding and empathy.
heritage family trees
Discuss family heritage and create family trees.
Encourage children to share stories about their cultural backgrounds.
unity collage
Create a unity collage using images that represent diverse cultures.
Discuss the concept of unity in diversity.
cultural celebrations calendar
Create a calendar highlighting cultural celebrations from various parts of the world.
Discuss the significance of each celebration.
traditional games day
Introduce traditional games from different cultures.
Foster a sense of enjoyment and appreciation for diverse play activities.
respecting differences
Engage in discussions about respecting and embracing differences.
Use stories and activities to reinforce the importance of inclusivity.
embracing natural hair
Celebrate natural hair by discussing and showcasing different hairstyles.
Encourage positive affirmations about hair diversity.
global artifacts exploration
Explore artifacts from different cultures.
Discuss the significance of these artifacts and their cultural context.
community helpers from around the world
Discuss community helpers and professions from various cultures.
Highlight the diverse roles people play in communities.
cultural awareness show & tell
Have a show and tell day where children share items representing their cultural backgrounds.
Encourage discussions about the significance of each item.
unity mural
Collaborate on a mural that represents unity and diversity.
Each child can contribute a piece to the collective artwork.
appreciating cultural symbols
Discuss and explore symbols from different cultures.
Create crafts or activities based on these symbols.
global nature exploration
Explore nature and wildlife from different parts of the world.
Discuss how geography and climate influence ecosystems.
cultural dance party
Host a dance party featuring music and dances from various cultures.
Encourage children to express themselves through dance.
community diversity quilt
Create a diversity quilt with fabric squares representing different cultures.
Discuss the concept of a quilt symbolizing unity.
proud to be me day
Celebrate a "Proud to Be Me" day where children express what makes them unique.
Encourage positive self-affirmations.
cultural sensitivity training
Introduce age-appropriate discussions about cultural sensitivity.
Use stories and activities to teach empathy and understanding.
international friendship day
Celebrate an "International Friendship Day" with activities that promote friendship and understanding.
Discuss the importance of being a good friend to everyone, regardless of background.