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Title: Names Matter: Fostering Cultural Awareness through Multimodal Literacy in a Predominantly White Classroom
Language: English
Authors: Shuling Yang (ORCID 0000-0002-4813-3406), Brianna Harper
Source: Reading Teacher. 2026 79(6).
Availability: Wiley. Available from: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030. Tel: 800-835-6770; e-mail: cs-journals@wiley.com; Web site: https://www.wiley.com/en-us
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 5
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Picture Books, Childrens Literature, Young Children, Reading Aloud to Others, Interdisciplinary Approach, Visual Arts, Music, Handicrafts, Artificial Intelligence, Reflection, Creative Activities, Critical Thinking, Learner Engagement, Learning Experience, Instructional Design, Naming, Self Concept
DOI: 10.1002/trtr.70046
ISSN: 0034-0561
1936-2714
Abstract: This article demonstrates how picture books centered on names can foster cultural awareness and identity development in young children. Through a cycle of repeated read-alouds combined with multimodal activities, including visual arts, music, crafts, and generative AI, we guided students toward personal reflection and creative expression. Our findings indicate that this approach extends classroom discussions beyond surface-level comprehension to foster critical thinking and meaningful connections with the students' lived experiences, resulting in high levels of engagement. We provide practical strategies and classroom examples to help educators design inclusive, identity-affirming learning experiences that honor each child's unique story about their names.
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Entry Date: 2026
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