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Tango Bingo

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars research tango music and dancing and research where it comes from. For this tango lesson plan, students research Argentina and South America while learning about the tango and making posters of it.
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Tango Stories

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students listen to tango music and research the country it came from. In this music lesson plan, students find that tango music comes from Argentina. They listen and dance to the music and then write stories. 
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Indian Basket Weaving

For Teachers K - 3rd
Pupils explore Indian Basket designs, experiment with weaving materials and create their own baskets in this 5-day Arrt lesson for the early-elementary classroom. The lesson includes scoring guides and illustrated directions for students.
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Brazilian Animals

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Young scholars research the animals of Brazil. In this animal science lesson, students locate Brazil on a map and discuss the types of animals that can live in its tropical climate. They research a Brazilian Carnaval and see the roll the...
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Mariachi Mania

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students play the beats of mariachi music. In this mariachi lesson plan, students listen to mariachi music and discuss why music is important.
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Latin American Film

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Learners identify characteristics in a Latin American film. In this filmography lesson plan, students describe their favorite movies and the reasons why they like them. Learners are shown a short clip of a Latin American movie and...
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Treaty Trail: Historical Perspectives Point of View

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers research the point of view of key figures present at the Walla Walla Treaty council. Students analyze primary and secondary sources to determine how various groups of people involved in the treaty council viewed the...
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100 Greatest Women of Rock & Roll - Lesson 4

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students analyze the genres of folk and country music and the importance of the singer/songwriter. They compose their own lyrics based on an inspiring event.
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Video Boxes

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students create a video box about a Central American country. In this world history instructional activity, student research Central America and pick a country they want to investigate. They work in groups to create a video box that...
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Weaving Traditions - Activity 1

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Learners practice the techniques of weaving and braiding in this introductory activity on family traditions and visual art. The activity includes a video and other resource links.
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Latin American Film

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars critique, discuss, and identify characters in a film about Latin America. In this Latin America lesson plan, students watch the film and discuss the film and everyday life.
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Panama Canal

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Young scholars investigate a way to sail a boat around the world without touching land while learning about the Panama Canal. In this Panama Canal lesson plan, students learn about the relationship of socio-political continents and how...
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Escolas de Carnaval

For Teachers 1st - 8th
Pupils create a carnival display displaying the different themes they have studied. In this carnival lesson plan, students display the work they have studied through the samba schools in Brazil. Pupils also incorporate music in their...
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Observing First Impressions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore their own personal qualities. In this social awareness instructional activity, students explore their identities as results of genetics and environments. Students also discuss first impressions and their reliability.
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Why I Serve

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students consider and share the importance of volunteering. Learners participate in a service learning project and reflect on it.
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Metis - Grade 10

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders investigate the organization and purpose of the Metis. In this Canadian history lesson, 10th graders watch "Metis Settlements," and then participate in talking circles sharing their impressions of the video.