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Traditions and Transformations

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students examine how traditions change over time. In this instructional activity on Jewish culture, students interview persons of the Jewish faith, write poems, and create murals that exemplify Jewish culture.
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A Holiday Tradition: Which Christmas Tree Will You Choose?

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Different varieties of Christmas trees provide an interesting way to combine social studies, science, math, and technology. Class members not only research the history of the Christmas tree holiday tradition, they compare and contrast...
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Splendid China

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders gain an appreciation for the traditions and vast contributions of the Chinese culture in this unit of lessons.
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Soneka's Village

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students read a letter about the characteristics of the Maasai culture. After identifying them, they discuss how to live a pastoralist way of life. In groups, they discuss the roles of men and women in the country and what it might be...
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The Differences Among Us

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Learners compare cultures. In this writing skills lesson, students collaborate to chart the tradition and cultural beliefs of their classmates. Learners use their finding to write comparative essays regarding the similarities and...
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Everyday Objects

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students investigate different cultures based on the everyday objects of that culture. First, they explore Edward W. Nelson, who explored the Alaska region and first learned about the Eskimo culture.
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Homer's Odyssey:The Original Incredible Journey

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars study Greek culture, particularly as it relates to Homer's Odyssey. They examine how human activities shape the earth's surface and identify forces that influence a culture's beliefs and traditions. They determine that...
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Our Country's People, Lesson One

For Students 5th - 6th
In this culture, history, and traditions review worksheet, students respond to 7 multiple choice questions regarding cultural geography.
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Teacher Lesson Plans: Africa

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Learners explore Africa. In this cultural studies instructional activity, students go on safari, create African masks, or have an African party after they have researched the people, geography, and culture of the continent.
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Holidays Around the World

For Teachers 1st - 8th
Students explore different cultures by researching holidays around the world, and comparing/contrasting their own customs to those of others; students then present their findings to the class.
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TEACHING OUR MANY GRANDCHILDREN

For Teachers K - 12th
Learners study the connection between where Villages are set up and the natural resources nearby. They interact with Elders to gain historical appreciation of their culture and investigate how their Village came to be located where it is.
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Between the Rivers

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders compare and contrast historical American cultures.  In this American history lesson, 2nd graders participate in reading, writing, oral, and hands on activities. Students discuss the similarities and differences between...
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United We Stand

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students study Muslim wedding celebrations. They explore Muslim culture and wedding celebrations around the world. Students discuss vows, symbols, and traditions. They create wedding costumes and reenact part of a wedding ceremony.
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Our Friends in the East

For Teachers 6th - 11th
Students explore Chinese New Year. In this Chinese culture instructional activity, students visit websites to research the traditions and culture of China as they relate to Chinese New Year.
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International Research Project and Feast

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Pupils research countries around the world. They develop and write a research paper that includes maps, photographs, and diagrams. They describe the culture, society, economy, religious beliefs, government structure, and history of their...
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They Put on Masks

For Teachers K - 9th
Students discover Native American culture by creating masks.  In this customs activity, students create their own masks in class from plaster and paint.  Students perform a skit in front of their school showcasing their mask making efforts.
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Celebrating Diversity

For Teachers K - 2nd
Young scholars celebrate diversity. In this cultural differences instructional activity, students use their research skills to create a Venn diagram that compares the beliefs and practices of 2 different cultures that they select.
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Origami

For Teachers 2nd - 8th
Students investigate Japanese culture by creating origami.  In this Asian heritage lesson, students utilize the Internet to view origami tutorials which they use to create birds and other animals.  Students discuss what "heritage" means...
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Spanish/American Comparison

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students compare Spanish and American cultures. For this global studies lesson, students review what they have learned in a Spanish culture unit by writing compare and contrast essays about Spanish and American cultural aspects.
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Visual Arts Lesson: St. Michael, the Archangel

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders examine art of indigenous cultures of Mexico, and how sculpture represents European and indigenous traditions; students describe the process and materials used, and create their own sculptures in a lightweight material.
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Folktales (African American, Chinese, Japanese and Korean)

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students participate in a variety of activities that are concerned with comparing different cultures through the literary genre of folktales. The stories are used to stimulate student interest and provide a context for how a society...
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Create a Hawaiian Tako Lure

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students create a tako lure. In this Hawaiian culture lesson, students research how Hawaiians use natural resources to survive. Students are introduced to new vocabulary and create an octopus lure.
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Chinese New Year

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders examine the culture and celebrations associated with Chinese New Year in this unit of lessons
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Comparing Creation Stories

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students compare and contrast creation stories in different cultures. They write a creative story and design a visual aid showing what their new civilization would look like.

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