* Madeline Bebelmans,
Ludwig This
book talks about a girl named Madeline who lives at an orphanage in Paris.
This book would relate to
our lesson because it talks about another country. While we read this book
we can have students identify difference in Paris with the United
States. *So Far From Bunting,
Eve A
Japanese family goes to visit the grave of their grandfather who died
during WWII. Students can the Sea note
the differences and similarities between the Japanese family and their own
families. They can also note differences and similarities between our country
and Germany. *Abuela Dorros,
Arthur This
book helps students learn some Spanish words. This would be a great way to
introduce the Mexico section to the students since it will get them
familiar with their language and culture. *Houses Gallimard,
Jeunesse and This
book tells of the w ay that houses in other countries. . What a great say
to visually show students Delafosse,
Claude other
countries differ from ours. *Ten Little Grossman,
Virginia This
book will familiarize students with the customs and culture of the Native
American people. It Rabbits shows
their costumes, rain dancing, hunting and smoke signals. *When Jessie Hest,
Amy Jessie
is an immigrant orphan and is trying to make his way to the United States.
By reading this book, Came Across students
will be also to gain a sense of patriotism and will learn why they are lucky
to live in America. The Sea *Brother Eagle, Jeffers,
Susan Again,
this book will help students gain an understanding of the Native American
culture. Sister Sky *Mamma, Do Joosse,
Barbara M. This
book uses Eskimo lingo and will teach students about Eskimos. You Love Me? *And So They Kitchen,
Bert This
book talks about different animals and can be adapted to a social studies
lesson by having students Build identify
where the animals come from. *At the Beach Lee,
Huy Voun This
book teaches basic Chinese symbols and words, which will help students
learn about the Chinese culture.
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