Carlos, a young boy in New York City, was buzzing with excitement as the local Carnival was approaching. His parents, originally from Ecuador, had always shared stories of the vibrant Carnivals back home, filled with music, dance, and bright colors. This year, Carlos was old enough to participate and was eager to delve deeper into the cultural festivities that were a big part of his family's heritage.As he helped his parents prepare traditional Ecuadorian costumes and food for the Carnival, Carlos felt a growing connection to his roots. His friends from various backgrounds—Sophia from Greece, Jayden from Jamaica, and Mei from China—were curious about the celebration and decided to join in. Carlos took great pride in explaining the significa ...