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Exploring Ethnic-Specific Literature: A Unity of Parents, Families, and Educators

Argues that making ethnic-specific literature integral to the literature program enhances a sense of community. Describes ways of exploring and reading ethnic-specific literature, and lists some titles for adults, young adults, and children. Offers criteria for selecting books, and suggests ways to create a community of readers using literature circles, read-alouds, and family literacy training. (SR)

• Author/Creator: Hansen-Krening, Nancy, Mizokawa, Donald T.
• Date Published: Nov
• Journal/Secondary Title: Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy
• Number: 3
• Volume: 41
• Year: 1997

This resource is cataloged under:

• Network/channel: NCCRESt: People: Community
• Network/channel: NCCRESt: Practices: Multicultural Educational Practices
• Subject: Cultural Pluralism
• Subject: Elementary Secondary Education
• Subject: Ethnic Groups
• Subject: Family Literacy
• Subject: Literature Appreciation
• Subject: Multicultural Education
• Subject: Reading Aloud to Others
• Subject: Reading Material Selection

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