Holidays and Celebrations2020-08-21T13:15:27-07:00

ISSUE #9 • DECEMBER 2017

Holidays and Celebrations

This is the season of celebrations, activities and a whole lot of excitement in schools. But sometimes, it can be tricky to know how and when to celebrate various cultures. In this issue, we’re sharing ideas, strategies and lessons that both explore and expand these conversations.

 

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