Meet Our New Student from Zambia

by Torres, John A.

• ISBN13: 9781584157359
• ISBN10: 1584157356
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2010-02-02
• Publisher: Mitchell Lane Pub Inc

Summary

Everywhere across the United States, children from other countries are joining American classrooms. How can their classmates prepare? Learning about the culture, geography, and history of the new student's native country can help smooth the transition. Greeting the student with a few words in his or her language, making a traditional craft, and whipping up a well-known dish are all sure to help the child feel welcome. In this vibrant and colorful series, students and teachers can find out how to Meet a New Student-and maybe make a new friend.

Table of Contents

Ms. Sagarin Makes an Announcement	p. 5
A Brief History of Zambia	p. 13
The Land	p. 19
Culture and Customs	p. 25
Mulishani, Franco!	p. 35
Zambian Recipe: Nshima with Pineapple Chutney	p. 41
Craft: How to Make a Tonga Basket	p. 42
Further Reading	p. 44
Books	p. 44
Works Consulted	p. 44
On the Internet	p. 44
Embassy	p. 45
Glossary	p. 46
Index	p. 47
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