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Muri, Simone Alter – Early Childhood Education Journal, 1996
Suggests that children involved in the process of creating games from other cultures gain an increased interest in learning about other cultures and increased cognitive, social, and interpersonal skills. Notes that stressing commonalities by making games rather than focusing on differences fosters sensitivity and a greater understanding of others.…
Descriptors: Childrens Games, Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Activities, Cultural Awareness
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Huber, Linda K. – Early Childhood Education Journal, 2000
Although many teachers acknowledge that language and culture are critical components of children's development, actually incorporating materials representative of children's cultures remains a problem. This article explains how the dramatic play center is a natural place to promote multicultural awareness in the classroom and offers suggestions…
Descriptors: Cultural Activities, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Differences, Dramatic Play