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Noh Theater

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Learners take a closer look at Japanese drama. In this Japanese culture lesson, students study the attributes of Noh theater and compare it western theater. Learners conduct independent research on the art form prior to acting out a Noh...
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Esperanza Rising: Lesson 9

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore culture by reading a book with classmates. In this Hispanic history lesson, 6th graders read the story First Day in Grapes, and discuss the tough lives of migrant workers. Students answer study questions after the...
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Totem Poles

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Learners create outdoor totem poles by creating masks and designing an outdoor painting in the woods. In this totem poles lesson plan, students study Native American culture.
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Global Music Patterns- Islamic Art

For Teachers 7th - 11th
Young scholars compose music using Islamic patterns. In this cultural arts lesson, students examine Islamic art and analyze the patterns. Young scholars incorporate various Islamic patterns into a musical composition.
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Sundiata, Mali’s Lion King

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students investigate the history of Mali. In this African cultures lesson plan, students research the impact of Sundiata Keita as king of Mali, recognize the significance of historical Malian festivals, and create character masks to be...
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Romare Bearden's The Dove - A Meeting of Vision and Sound

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore African american culture of the late 1950's and 60's through various primary sources including literature, music, art and others. They then prepare and conduct a mock interview and present with the class.
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We are all alike, We are all different

For Teachers K
Students investigate similarites and differences. In this  multi-cultural lesson, students discuss how people are alike and how they are different by comparing apples to people.
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The Symbolism of Sneakers in Ghost

For Teachers 6th - Higher Ed Standards
As part of a study of Jason Reynold's Ghost, readers take a close look at sneaker culture and how Reynold uses sneakers as a symbol in his award-winning young adult novel. Groups explore links to "Sneakerology 101", a Carnegie...
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Why do people mover where they do?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars read factual stories of migration to Hawaii, analyze and explain push and pull factors, interview parents about their cultural heritage, identify countried of origin of their ancestors, graph migration patterns on an world...
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Eyes of East Asia

For Teachers K - 8th
There are many different cultural groups that dwell in East Asia. You and your special ed class will explore the East Asian culture by listing each culture group and then creating a collage style poster. They will attempt to identify...
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Language Arts Exploration

For Teachers 4th
While an interesting lesson plan idea involving the exploration of a story about an Asian American boy named Imduk, a teacher would need to have assess to the Scott Foresman reading program to make this work. If not, a teacher could use...
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A Day in Japan

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders are familiarized with the Japanese culture. They note the similarities and differences between our culture and the Japanese culture. They view slideshows and websites in order to view pictures and information about the...
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International Curiosity and National Pride

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students investigate the national, local, and ethnic traits of the Bulgarian culture. They discuss patriotic American songs, analyze a map, play a '20 Questions' game about Bulgaria, read a letter, and identify American culture...
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Racism No Way

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students explore different cultural influences and their contribution to Australian identities. They reflect on their own backgrounds and making links with their peers, reflect on our heritage. Students view My family- My Australia,...
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Hispanic Heritage - Culmination and Fiesta

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders learn the meaning of a Fiesta and the tradition of the Pinata. They eat authentic Mexican food. They participate in games and fun activities celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. They share one thing they learned about the...
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Discovering No Differences in Latin America and Latino Culture

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Young scholars explore the differences between American Spanish speaking countries and the United States. Students explore the history and culture of Spanish speaking countries. They examine Latino influences. Young scholars create a...
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Celebrating Chinese Culture: Legends & Myths, Chinese New Year, Customs & Traditions

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students read books about other cultures and explore their customs and traditions. They discuss the meanings of myths and legends and then brainstorm examples of stories that fit the description. Students experience hands-on activities...
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Countries, Food and Culture

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore food production by researching culinary culture on the Internet. In this global food lesson, 3rd graders read assigned text about the different dietary habits of foreign cultures based upon their environment....
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An Academic, Economic, Cultural, and Political Lesson Plan

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students reflect on how many board games they've played have African Americans, their culture or history incorporated within. They identify four street games and three card games that appeal to African Americans. They play the...
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Social Studies: Classroom Culture

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders compose a list of classroom cultural values. They begin with a list of unacceptable behaviors. Each student presents two ideas they think should be part of the class culture. Students try to persuade classmates to accept...
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Hopi Culture: Parts of the Corn

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students identify the parts of the corn stalk in English and Hopi. They discuss the significance of corn to the Hopi culture, and examine a diagram of the corn stalk. They discuss the purposes of the parts of the corn stalk, then label...
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Cultural Interactions with the American Indians

For Students 7th - 8th
In this cultural interactions with the American Indians worksheet, students use the graphic organizer to list the ways the Spanish, French and English interacted with the First Americans, then list areas of cooperation and areas of...
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English Language and Culture Quiz

For Students 8th - 12th
In this English language and culture quiz worksheet, students answer a set of 13 multiple choice questions covering a variety of topics. Page contains multiple links to ESL resources.
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Mass Culture and 1920's America

For Students 8th - 12th
In this 20th century U.S. history worksheet, students read articles about Mass Culture and 1920's America. Students then respond to 25 short answer questions.