Syria Country Profile, AANHPI Heritage Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, Japan's Children's Day Celebration, Cinco de Mayo, World Day for Cultural Diversity, International Tea Day, World Turtle Day

May offers so many engaging opportunities to integrate global learning, from heritage celebrations to international holidays and cultural awareness days. Have fun exploring!

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NEW COUNTRY PROFILE ON THE WEBSITE!

Our country profile pages include an infographic, detailed map, national symbols, photo gallery, informational video, recommended books, learning activities, and more!

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month

Recognize and honor the contributions, cultures, and histories of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in the United States. This month provides an opportunity to learn about the diverse traditions, experiences, and achievements of AANHPI communities while reflecting on their impact in shaping American history and society.

Check out 9 Ideas for Teaching Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month from the Anti-Defamation League.

Lit Connections: Browse critically reviewed books from Social Justice Books.

May 1 is Lei Day, a statewide celebration of Hawaiian culture, or the aloha spirit. Each Hawaiian island has a different type of lei for its people to wear in the celebration.

May is Jewish American Heritage Month

Recognize Jewish Americans' history, culture, and contributions to the United States. The month honors the Jewish community's rich traditions, resilience, and achievements across many fields, including science, arts, politics, and social justice. It also provides an opportunity to learn about Jewish heritage and promote understanding and inclusion.

Check out 9-ideas-for-teaching-jewish-american-heritage-month from The Anti-Defamation League.

Lit Connections: Books for PJ Library are chosen from among the very best of Jewish children's books. A committee of writers, early childhood professionals, and Jewish content specialists seek out compelling stories, captivating illustrations, and diverse perspectives on Jewish customs and practice. Through an extensive evaluation process, the committee selects books for every age group. Many of the books selected to be included in PJ Library have received awards including Caldecott Medals and the Sydney Taylor Book awards, given to the best of Jewish children's literature.

May 5-9 Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6 is Teacher Appreciation Day)

Teachers, we appreciate YOU! Thank you for opening your students’ eyes to the world and helping them grow into kind, curious, and globally minded humans. You're making a difference every day - and I’m so grateful to be connected with such a passionate community of educators.

May 5 Kodomo No Hi Discover the origins of this Japanese holiday, explore its modern-day celebrations, and discover how it is observed: Why Kodomo No Hi is More Than Just Children's Day. Includes a FREE KOINOBORI CRAFT! (carp streamer)

May 5 Cinco de Mayo

Before you celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the classroom, read this first.

Browse 20 activities that can be incorporated into your core curriculum subjects, as well as art and music! -We Are Teachers

(New) Lit Connection: Cousins in the Time of Magic by Emma Otheguy | Three cousins get transported back to 1862 to play an important role in the Battle of Puebla, the reason we celebrate Cinco de Mayo today, in this enchanting middle grade fantasy adventure.

Download the Reading Group Guide from Simon & Schuster.

May 6-8 Teachers Pay Teachers | Save up to 25% with code THANKYOU25

Stock up on some Global End-of-Year Fun with our Global Explorers Deck, Multicultural Crafts, Games Around the World, and Country Research Projects. Perfect for celebrating diversity on May 21 (see below).

May 11 Happy Mother's Day!

​Our Mother's Names: Love in Many Languages Thea’s mother is Greek and known as Mana. Francisco’s family is from Brazil, where moms answer to Mãe. Aliya is fluent in Arabic, whose word for mother is Umma . . . With just a peek at the many ways to say mother among the world’s thousands of languages, the author and illustrator behind My Mother’s Tongues have fashioned another love letter to family bonds and heritage, another salute to multilingualism for a world that grows smaller and more connected day by day. -Amazon

May 21 World Day for Cultural Diversity This is a great opportunity to help students appreciate the beauty of different cultures and see the value of inclusion, empathy, and global understanding. As educators, we have the unique ability to create meaningful experiences that help children celebrate what makes us all unique while recognizing what connects us.

Explore our free website for engaging activities to honor cultural diversity and spark thoughtful conversations with your students.

​Country Profiles | Multicultural Books | Student Resources | Global Read-Alouds & Activities

May 21 International Tea Day { NEW POST! } Introduce students to global customs and community through the universal ritual of tea.

​Information & Activities​

May 23 World Turtle Day Sponsored by the American Tortoise Rescue, the day was created to help people celebrate and protect turtles and tortoises and their disappearing habitats around the world. Download their Free Guide for Shellebrating, which includes ideas for all ages!

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