Preeti P. Menon
January 30, 2024
In a world that is becoming increasingly diverse, community organizations play a crucial role in fostering cultural education and awareness among young children. By providing valuable insights and practical tips, community organizations can contribute to building a more inclusive and understanding society. First step in this endeavor is to start by creating awareness about the importance of cultural diversity. Read Full Post »
Ma'Keva Myricks-Puri
October 6, 2023
As parents, educators, and community members, we are responsible for shaping the future generation. It is essential to raise children who are both culturally aware and appreciative of the rich tapestry of cultures surrounding them. Cultivating cultural awareness and appreciation in children ages 5-11 is crucial to raising empathetic, open-minded, and globally-minded individuals who will foster tolerance, diversity, and harmony, then pay it forward. This three-part series will explore valuable insights and practical tips parents, educators, and community organizations can use to support, encourage, and share in nurturing cultural education and spreading awareness to young children. Read Full Post »
Preeti P. Menon
August 26, 2023
Elementary school marks the foundation of a child's educational journey. It's during these formative years that young minds are shaped and nurtured. The current cohort of elementary aged children have experienced virtual learning at the start of their grade school learning, a time when they start to develop friendships with those who are different from their own families.
The challenges of children developing multicultural friendships during the pandemic are multifaceted, stemming from limited physical interaction, virtual learning, cultural misunderstandings, mental health issues, language barriers, and restricted cultural celebrations. Read Full Post »
Preeti P. Menon and Ma'Keva Myricks-Puri
November 26, 2023
Our inspiration for embarking on this journey of creating and offering cultural education for children stems from our own family experiences. Our familial relationships have offered us incredibly immersive encounters that have benefited the both of us. Our children have had the opportunity to naturally embrace and participate in various family traditions and cultures. Read Full Post »