Classroom Activites

1. Personal Heritage. Encourage students to look closely at their own values and traditions and share them with the class. Have students talk with their parents about their heritage and bring in examples of clothing, food, or other symbols of culture to share.
2. Reach Out. Have students (with the help of a parent) find a neighbor, family friend, or acquaintance that seems to come from a different background. Have students compile a list of questions and ask to interview the person. Questions should include finding out the cultural background, and some family history as well as ordinary likes and dislikes. Have students share any insights they gain with the class.