The Wonderful Diversity of American Indians.

Michaelis, Bernhard

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ERIC Number: EJ556044

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1997

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The Wonderful Diversity of American Indians.

Michaelis, Bernhard

Children and Families, v16 n4 p34-39 Fall 1997

Presents strategies for teaching Head Start children about the diversity of American Indians. Addresses common misconceptions about American Indian language and cultural traditions. Describes ways of teaching about American Indians accurately, including use of correct names, accurate portrayal of the diversity of cultures, suggestions for evaluating books, toys, and play activities. Includes teaching resources. (KB)

Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indian History, American Indian Studies, American Indians, Attitude Change, Classroom Techniques, Cultural Differences, Multicultural Education, Preschool Children, Preschool Education

Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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