How do you inspire your children to learn more not only about their own culture, but the customs, languages and lifestyles of others?
With the Holidays coming around, we all know that there are different ways to celebrate them, but do our kids know? Have any of you ever told your kids that we may celebrate it this way but your friend may not?
I am a christian, my husbands family is Hindu and celebrate lots of Hindu holidays that I make it a point of telling my kids that even though I may not be a part of it, they can and should since it is a part of who they are!
I try not to shelter them not only from that but to other religous holidays. Hanukkah and Kwanzaa are two that I also try to tell them about, even mine of 3 Kings Day.
I believe that its VERY important that they are made aware of all the cultures that are out there. Maybe its because my husband and I come from 2 very different cultures.
My daughter, I think is more aware than I think she knows. And like me she is not afraid to ask about something she is curious about. So I like be be prepared for the unknown questions.
How do you share with your children? Have they ever asked? Global Wonders has a new DVD that may help you with this, if you feel uncomfortable with some of there questions.
Good Luck and I hope that you enjoy the coming Holiday season!
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