Amara notices that her school’s World Culture Week display shows Africa only through stereotypes. Through her own drawing she reveals a fuller picture: cities, schools, markets, music and families.
Every name carries a story. This one is about learning to say people’s names with respect, and owning your own cultural name with pride.
Malik hides parts of his culture after careless comments about his food, then finds the courage to share it on Culture Celebration Day.
Zuri auditions confidently for the school musical and is placed in the background again. With her grandmother’s encouragement she begins to see her beauty, talent and identity with pride.
Tunde is learning to speak up for himself in a new country while his family rebuilds after immigration. A story of self advocacy, family sacrifice and quiet courage.
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Ms. Disu, thank you so much for coming out to our little school and sharing with our students.
Thank you Busayo for sharing your passion with us today. May God bless you as you do this important work.
We appreciate the time and effort you put into preparing this experience, and are grateful for the opportunity to learn from you.
Thank you for spending the day at OLA and sharing about your culture. You’re a beautiful soul; you shine so bright.
A masterpiece that should be shared in every classroom where African immigrant families have had to navigate cultural displacement, racial bias and identity loss.
The student and teacher notes and activities fit well in the Alberta curriculum and offer a fresh option for learning.
