Sint Maarten Library Distributes New Edition of the Caribbean Thinking Book

In preparation for the commemorations of May 4th Memorial, and May 5th Liberation Day,
the Sint Maarten Library has distributed over 1700 copies of the new edition of the
Caribbean Thinking Book to all primary and secondary schools on April 10th and 11th ,
2024.
The Caribbean Think Book distribution was made possible by the collaboration of National
Committee 4 and 5 May, in collaboration the Dutch Caribbean islands, the Culture
Kameleon Foundation, and stakeholders.
This latest edition, the third edition (2024), of the Caribbean Thinking Book has been
specifically tailored for students aged 10-12, Carolien Keun has translated the book in
English, offering content in their language of choice: English or Dutch, and potentially for
grades 1 and 2 of Secondary Education.
Through the Caribbean Thinking Book, students delve into the local history of the Second
World War, exploring events on the islands during that time, the individuals involved, and
the resulting consequences. By engaging with wartime narratives, students are prompted
to reflect on the significance of peace and freedom in contemporary contexts. The
Caribbean Thinking Book is an educational resource filled with illustrations, captivating
photographs, and compelling stories.
The committee encourages teachers to use an instructional film along with five digital
lessons to explain how to integrate the Caribbean Thinking Book into classroom
instruction. The material offers valuable insights for deeper learning, including access to
online educational resources, websites, vlogs about Anne Frank, historical timelines
tailored for children, and links to online videos featuring Caribbean war witnesses. In the
accompanying film material https://www.4en5mei.nl/educatie/primair-onderwijs/caribischdenkboek-voor-4-en-5-mei and https://youtu.be/HVhiDJEftDc?si=qVu8Gzs_ubmRaXLE, Catalina
Lampe-Antonette, for instance, shares her memories of the moment when the war became
a reality in Aruba. Izaline Calister recounts her profound experience of freedom.