The Culture-Centered Classroom

S2.E19 - Want to create powerful Thanksgiving Lessons? Start with these 3 questions

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Traditional Thanksgiving lessons have been focused around the historically inaccurate and culturally harmful “Thanksgiving Story” as well as family gatherings and food aligned with mainstream culture in the United States. So many differing cultural traditions and practices, important aspects of the day-long celebration are typically omitted. So, how can you shift this from a missed opportunity to a moment of impact? Tune in for a the answer.

In the episode I mention:

  • The Real History of Thanksgiving
  • The National Day of Mourning
  • Who are the Wampanoag?

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