Cultural alphabet chart and colouring book launched for children
The materials replace Western examples with local plants, animals, foods, folklore and people from everyday life in St Kitts and Nevis.
BASSETERRE, St Kitts. A St Kitts and Nevis alphabet chart and cultural colouring book for young children is being launched this week to bring local heritage into early learning.
The materials were developed by the Department of Cultural Heritage with the Ministry of Education's Early Childhood Development Unit. They feature plants, people, animals, foods and objects found in everyday life in the Federation, and replace Western learning examples with local folklore, traditions and practices.
The launch takes place on Wednesday, 4 November, at 10.30am at the Shadwell Great House. Minister responsible for Culture Samal Duggins will deliver the keynote address, with remarks from Ministry of Education officials and early childhood specialists.
Educators, cultural practitioners and community members have been invited to attend. Further information is available from the Department of Cultural Heritage on 467-1597 or 660-8673.
