Grade Level: Elementary 3–5
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tapTALKS: A Fireside Chat with Eva Chen
Join us to hear Eva Chen, best-selling Author and Head of Fashion Partnerships at Instagram, discuss her personal and professional journey including parenting tips and career inspirations. As a busy working parent to three multi-racial children, Eva is dedicated to educating and celebrating diversity within families. Eva will be interviewed by Sara Tan, Refinery29’s Beauty…
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Lunar New Year Smithsonian Webinar
What is Lunar New Year, and how is the celebration similar to and different from celebrations marking January 1? Ring in the year of the dragon as students discuss the entertainment, foods, symbols, and other customs of Lunar New Year. During this webinar, students will explore works of art and interact with presenters via the…
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Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods
Grace Lin delivers a groundbreaking, lushly illustrated, and beautifully written full-color book that explores the whimsical myths and stories behind your favorite American Chinese food. From fried dumplings to fortune cookies, here are the tales behind your favorite foods.Do you know the stories behind delectable dishes—like the fun connection between scallion pancakes and pizza? Or…
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Deep Dive: Lunar New Year
Families around the world in countries such as China, South Korea, Vietnam, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, and more celebrate Lunar New Year with joy and tradition. To welcome good fortune, they clean their homes, share festive meals, hang lanterns, and more. This deep dive will explain more about the holiday and its many traditions.
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Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art Virtual Tours
Join the talented educators of the Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art for a deep dive on the Cherry Blossom Festival. Available Now! Grades 1-3, 4-6, 9-12.
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Author Helena Ku Rhee: Building Bridges Through Storytelling
A not-to-be missed AAPI Heritage Month talk with featured speaker Helena Ku Rhee! A children’s book author and essayist, Helena speaks with both parents and students on topics such as ways to ignite the love of reading, representation in children’s literature, and what it’s like to be an author of diverse books. With parents, Helena…
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Hula Information Sheet
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Lei Informational Sheet
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Lauhala Weaving
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Hula Girl Coloring Sheet
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Aloha Roots Coloring Sheet
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Deep Dive: Diwali
Originating in India, Diwali is celebrated in Hindu, Jain and Sikh cultures. Known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali entails five days of celebration. Though Diwali is celebrated differently across cultures, a common theme of good and light prevailing over evil and darkness connects the three religions. Dive deeper with us here!