Celebration of religious or cultural holidays should be
a. avoided at all costs if, for instance, children from non-Christian families who do not celebrate Christmas are enrolled in the program.
b. carried out, because people from other cultures who choose to enroll their children in your school will have to adapt to the customs of the majority.
c. carefully considered to take into account the needs, attitudes, and feelings of the children, families, and staff, and should focus on respect and understanding of cultural observances.
d. None of these answers.
Question 2
In helping children learn about and appreciate other cultural groups, it is best to
a. point out the differences among people so that children will recognize the contrast between their own and other cultures.
b. focus on the shared experiences that people of all cultures have (for instance, the importance of food, clothing, shelter, special occasions, or family activities).
c. encourage children to recognize one exotic aspect of other cultures.
d. All of these answers.
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