Anneke Vanmarcke Forzani is the founder and president of Language Lizard, an organization dedicated to providing multicultural resources in over 50 languages to educational institutions. She actively shares her expertise through workshops focused on integrating multicultural materials into diverse classrooms and contributes to online discussions on these topics. Her work aims to support multicultural learning environments and bilingual families, and she is the author of an upcoming bilingual children's book.
This narrative cleverly reinterprets fables to broaden perspectives, blending familiar themes with innovative storytelling. It invites readers to explore deeper meanings and insights, showcasing the timeless relevance of fables in understanding the human experience.
This narrative offers a unique twist on traditional fables, expanding the reader's perspective through its engaging storytelling. It combines familiar elements with innovative ideas, making it both relatable and refreshing. The book invites readers to explore deeper themes and insights, showcasing the timeless relevance of fables in understanding the world around us.
Focusing on community diversity, this multicultural book provides insights into various cultures and backgrounds. As part of the Language Lizard Living in Harmony Series, it offers engaging lesson plans and activities designed to enhance diversity education, making it a valuable resource for fostering understanding and appreciation among readers.
A story about a girl and her father who have migrated from their home to live in a new land. What are her concerns and how does her father help her overcome them? "Hey, this new land is OK, in fact it's not so different, the people are nice. Papa said I would be happy here and he was right, I am."
"It is never easy to leave home, but Dad says I will be happy here. I miss Grandma's cooking, my cousins' laughter and the easy chatter in my own language. Maybe we can build a new home here, learn a new language and make new friends. A transition story that expands boundaries."--Back cover
It is never easy to leave home, but Dad says I will be happy here. I miss Grandma's cooking, my cousins' laughter and the easy chatter in my own language. Maybe we can build a new home here, learn a new language and make new friends. A transition story that expands boundaries.
"It is never easy to leave home,but dad says I will be happy here. I miss grandma's cooking, my cousins laughter and the easy chatter in my own language. Maybe we can build a new home here, learn a new langugae and make new friends."--Back cover