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Asserts that folktales from around the world can be used in the elementary social studies classroom to teach about cultural traits. Discusses types of folktales and recommends instructional procedures and classroom activities. Maintains that studying folktales can increase children's awareness of moral and social issues. (CFR)

Presents a summary of oral-history interviews with Asian Indian immigrants who reside in Indiana. Views of the participants on the interaction of identity and tradition; Implications of the differing views of immigrants on Indian and U.S. cultural practices; Significance of the oral history project.