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Culture Ads
Students examine cultural differences in picture books. In this cultural diversity lesson, students identify cultural differences in picture books about children from Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and minority...
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Accordion Book for Comparing Cultures
Fourth graders are introduced to the different cultural groups that have settled in Ohio. In groups, they research and describe the products and cultural practices of each group. Using the information, they create an accordion book for...
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African Clothing
Learners explore African clothing. In this African culture social studies lesson, students brainstorm types of clothing they wear for different occasions. Learners view photographs of Africans wearing Western clothing and "special...
Global Oneness Project
Resurrecting a Home
Davina Pardo's documentary Minka asks viewers to consider that value of preserving traditional dwellings and traditional building techniques by examining how American journalist John Roderick and Japanese architect Yoshihiro Takishita...
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African Clothing
Students correctly identify examples of everyday clothing and special occasion clothing worn in Africa. Students will classify clothing as that used for everyday or special occasion.
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Another Way of Life
Students read about the 2006 Amish school killings. They explore Amish life, including how loss and tragedy are handled and compare it to how they, themselves, would handle the same situation. They write fictitious dialogues highlighting...
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Quilts, Warmth with History
Students examine numerous quilts that show the culture and history of Nebraska. Using the internet, they view quilts from different points in history and discuss them as a class. They examine the role quilts play in discovering...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Amish
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Amish. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Amish
The students will learn about the origins and culture of the Amish people.
Ontario Consultants on Religious Tolerance
Religious Tolerance: The Amish: Beliefs, Practices, & Conflicts, Etc.
A thorough description of the Amish. Read how this religious movement was started, what some of their beliefs and practices are, and what some of their problems have been over the years.
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Elizabethtown College: Young Center: Amish Studies
Information about Amish life and culture, with answers to frequently asked questions about the church, Amish communities, origins of the faith, beliefs, and practices. Includes statistical data about population size and locations,...
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Who Are the Mennonites?
This site invites the viewer to explore the Mennonite tapestry to learn about their history, beliefs, and culture and how they are adapting to a changing world.