Students learn about several different metaphors that have been used to describe cultural diversity in the United States. Then they choose a metaphor that represents today's diverse cultural landscape. Background information, directions,...

This article examines religious and cultural diversity in Australia, along with population breakdowns.

Cultural geography is the study of cultural components and how they relate to the geography of the places where people live and travel. This article explains how geography influences culture. Included are activities, and a quiz at the...

[Free Registration/Login Required] Help your learners become global citizens with this lesson that teaches the about culture. Students will explore their culture and the cultures of their classmates in this engaging, hands-on activity.

After experiencing time in Guinea, a Peace Corps volunteer shares the cultural differences of punctuality and concepts of time in this lesson plan.

In this video segment from Nature, learn about the role of dogs in the lives of humans.

These are different scenarios that teachers might have to confront with their ESL students. Help the professionals at your school understand the diverse cultures of your students. It offers downloads and resources. Great for staff...

These are different scenarios that teachers might have to confront with their ESL students. Help the professionals at your school understand the diverse cultures of your students. It offers downloads and resources. Great for staff...

Strategies for understanding the behaviors of students and parents from different cultures. This site provides a series of exercises designed for staff development workshops. It provides many downloads.

Strategies for understanding the behaviors of students and parents from different cultures. This site provides a series of exercises designed for staff development workshops. It provides many downloads.

Aspects of Hispanic culture are discussed in this resource. Looks at family, language, social codes of conduct, religion, celebrations, foods eaten, and how they have contributed to the United States.

A lesson to help students learn about the culture and history of other countries.

Americans continue to adapt to different ethnic and cultural groups who move into their communities. It is vital that children become aware of and appreciate cultural diversities in people. People move to different areas for reasons such...

List of "Must read," multicultural literature for the adolescent reader. The books are categorized by the culture that they represent and by reading level. An excellent resource for teachers and students alike.

"Christmas in Mexico" will help increase the self-esteem of your Hispanic ELL learners. This instructional activity will help develop an appreciation of Mexican culture in your class.

Provide the English learners in your class with the opportunity to develop pride in their heritage. Help strengthen the positive self-esteem of your students. It provides downloads.

Plant profile of rice. Covers history, spiritual, production and trade, traditional medicine, western medicine, food, crafts, cosmetics and other uses.

A lesson plan about analyzing and discussing the relationship between Native American music, culture, and history in which students learn how music can be a tool for cultural survival. Requires access to an episode from "American Roots...

Teach your ESL learners about Christmas in France. This lesson features many downloads and resources.

This site lists ways to combat bias and stereotypes of Arabs and Arab Americans in the curricula or with students of all ages. Includes a brief bibliography of suggested works on multicultural education.

Detailed facts about the people of Hawaii and its deep cultural diversity. Charts provide data on ethnic distribution and languages spoken.

Do you know how to use the diversity in your classroom to help your newcomers develop pride in their native languages and cultures? This resource presents ideas for ESL teachers.

This elementary exploration of interdependence from the American Forum for Global Education touches on language arts, social studies, and science. Students understand the connection between themselves and their natural environment.

This thorough resource provides an introduction to the banyan tree, plant profile, history, medicinal uses, and more. Pictures supplement the text.