ARAB STUDENTS T E A C H E R

The man is expected body from the top of the to assume responsibility for financial matters, and the head to the ground and is woman is to be in charge of the children and home. [...] Abaya Generally, the father is still considered to be the head of the household and is expected to assume financial This cloak is worn by women mainly in the Arab responsibility for the family. [...] Do not hesitate to involve a community or religious “Inviting speakers who are role models in leader to help calm nerves and remind students of the community to class enables all students the important values of the culture.” to get a very positive perspective and a better understanding of the community. [...] When students are During the month of Ramadan, some parents may engaged and able to understand and follow the story, use the time to return to the Middle East for family they are motivated to share their feelings and reactions. [...] In the older grades, the students can write a report on To help your new students feel at home and to the similarities and differences and do research on the develop an appreciation for the contributions made by cultures and countries that interest them.