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This multicultural teaching unit was developed and tested with the first grade classes of Glenhaven Elementary School, Wheaton, Maryland. The lessons focus on bread as a common food in the world but explores the many types of bread and its symbolism. The unit is divided into four parts. Part 1, "Introduction to Bread," contains lessons on the following: (1) "What Is Bread?" (2) "Is This Bread?" (3) "What Is Bread Made of?" and (4) "Who Eats Bread? When and Why?" Part 2, "Bread for Every Occasion," includes the following: (1) "Everyday vs. Special Bread Activity"; (2) "Creating Our Own 'Special' Breads Activity"; (3) "Where Do We Get Bread--A Pretend Bakery Activity"; and (4) "What Else Is Eaten on Bread Fun Day Activity." Part 3, "Let's Visit Bakeries," contains the following: (1) "Orientation in Slides"; (2) "Bakery Field Trip"; and (3) "Follow-up to Visit." Part 4, "Let's Celebrate with Bread--International Bread Fair," includes the following: (1) "Preparation for 'Fair' Activity"; (2) "Bread Fair Discussion"; (3) "Tasting Activity"; and (4) "Writing about Bread." Suggestions for assessments, follow-up activities and a bibliography also are included. (EH)