"A Different Mirror" is a dramatic new retelling of our nation's history, a powerful larger narrative of the many different peoples who together compose the United States of America. In a lively account filled with the stories and voices of people previously left out of the historical canon, Ronald Takaki offers a fresh perspective - a "re-visioning" - of our nation's past. ( www.goodreads.com ) 
Through discussing highlights of the text during the class lectures, students will have a chance to learn past and current history about American cultural diversity. We will take a deeper look into the wars that brought people to flee to America, and the meshing of cultures that these events introduced. Students will read first hand events detailing how the different cultures, religions, and races, and genders interact with one another. 
Students must be able to read the text and comprehend the basis of the topics. I will guide students to expand upon the topic. To share their opinions, questions, and to introduce new angles to what they currently know of American history. 
Having grown up just outside of San Francisco, one of the most diverse cities in the nation, I had studied the history of different cultures from a young age. I have traveled across the US exploring Museums and historical locations. At Drury University I earned a degree in Communications with a focus on Cultural Diversity and Ethics. I have guided many book studies in multiethnic group sessions.  I teach students to embraces and feel pride in their heritage, and a belief that they can be a positive impact in the fight for equality.