Leveraging Literature to Teach Cultural Competence with Sheetal Sheth
The Be Podcast Network, an organization of more than four dozen engaging shows dedicated to education, and Reading Is Fundamental are partnering during National Literacy Month to share high-impact conversations about literacy with more than 40 unique episodes featuring conversations about the state of children’s literacy nationwide, best practices for reading instruction and engagement, strategies to foster the joy of reading in school and at home, and much more.
In this episode of Make It Mindful, host Seth Fleischauer sits down with author, actress, and producer Sheetal Sheth. They explore the impact of Sheth's children's books, including her Anjali series and Raashi's Rakhis, and discuss how her stories highlight cultural competence and representation for young readers.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Sheth’s journey from acting to writing children's literature.
- The importance of diverse representation in children's books.
- How storytelling can foster empathy and understanding in classrooms.
- Approaching sensitive topics in children's literature without shying away from tough conversations.
- Tips for teachers on incorporating diverse stories into classroom settings.
RIF is excited to partner with Sheetal this December for Rally to Read, where she will bring the theme of 'Celebration' to life through a read-aloud of her new book Raashi’s Rakhis: A New Celebration of Raksha Bandhan.