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Why does the Sikh identity continue to be invisible in the classroom?

Posted on October 15th, 2012 by admin | 1 Comment »

I’m seeing the need for culturally responsive education more and more. Last year, my son’s patka or small turban was pulled off his head without any consequence for the “bully”. On Friday, his educational assistant grabbed him by his joora (hair knot) and decided to wiggle it in lieu of saying “good job”. Today she […]

World Read Aloud Day in Two More Sleeps!

Posted on March 6th, 2012 by admin | 3 Comments »

Last night, as I walked up the stairs to get my just-turned-six little monkey ready for bed, my footsteps quietened and then stood still as I heard him reading aloud to his puppets. He had chosen a wonderful book (and quite aptly titled) from his bookshelf – Monkey and Me by Emily Gravett. He has […]

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Why does the Sikh identity continue to be invisible in the classroom?

World Read Aloud Day in Two More Sleeps!

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