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High school social studies cultural activity videos
Distance Learning Spanish, La Corrida de Toros / Bullfighting
Today I bring a new resource, which helped me a lot to give the topic "Bullfights" to my students. This is a very interesting topic and very related to Spanish culture. I really noticed them very excited. This resource is ideal for distance learning. It includes: p1: - Interview with opinions for and against bullfighting. p2: - Point out who is in favor and who is against. This exercise is excellent for reading comprehension. - Write the definition of specific words. -Explain the meaning of the
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8th - 12th
History of Spain / La Historia de España
This is a MASSIVE PowerPoint that I've created about the history of Spain. It contains A TON OF THINGS...the time-line of event, occupants of Spain, the royal families, the map with regions/capitals of Spain. Then it gets more specific with the regions and important information about each one. For each region I've added a video/videos about that region. The powerpoint includes festivals and a video for each one as well as the history of bullfighting plus a few videos for that. I also added ide
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Muñecas Quitapenas, Guatemalan Worry Dolls Legend & DIY for Spanish class
This project includes:A vocabulary list with Spanish to English terms that will be found in the story.An original reading for novice level Spanish learners that explains what Guatemalan Worry dolls are used for in Guatemala.An art project with step by step picture directions for making your own DIY Guatemalan Worry dolls in your classroom. All you need is wire or pipe cleaners, scissors, and yarn. If kids are missing supplies, there are lots of creative ways to improvise (using a spoon, papercli
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1st - 10th
Distance Learning Spanish, La Conquista de México + Present Tense Practice.
Today I bring a resource that you are going to love. I used this same material with my students to briefly study The Conquest of Mexico. This resource was made for distance learning. It includes: p1: -Text "The Aztec culture".-Complete the text with the corresponding forms of the verb. p2: -practice of reading comprehension, visually relate and quote from the text to justify. p3: -Short explanation of the text. -Search in the dictionary. -Ask for reading comprehension. -Match the sentences as ap
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8th - 12th
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Activities + Video
In May it is celebrated Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month . So I made this material for my classes and my students loved it, in fact I saw them very interested. This resource includes: p1: reading "How One Woman's Story Led to the Creation of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month" p2: - Explain what the text is about. - Look for words in the dictionary. - Reading comprehension questions. p3: - Match the sentences.- Match the images to the paragraphs of the text. p4:- Video "C
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5th - 12th
Also included in: Holidays / Seasonal / Cultural Bundle, Distance Learning
Inca - Ghosts of Machu Picchu video viewing guide
This video viewing guide follows the 54-minute NOVA National Geographic PBS Special entitled "Ghosts of Machu Picchu". 56 questions. Guide and video are in English. YouTube link included at the bottom of the worksheet.Great for Spanish or History classes!
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6th - 12th
Digital Memory Book Spanish, End of the Year, Summer Activities
The end of the year is coming and the teachers want to have a nice last lesson with our students. For these last days, I decided to create this resource, which can be used digitally or you can print it. It includes: p1: -Questions for students to express their opinion about the class. -Grid class score. p2: -What do your students want to do on vacation?-draw and describe the favorite hobby. p3: -Graphic with 50 possible activities and wishes of the students for these holidays. -Ability to add e
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7th - 12th
Also included in: Distance Learning Spanish Bundle for Beginners and Advanced Students
Food for the Ancestors Day of the Dead Movie Guide Questions Worksheet Sub Plans
Video Worksheet Questions and Answer Key for Food for the Ancestors Day of the Dead Dia de Los Muertos VideoI like to kick off my Day of the Dead unit with this video: Food for the Ancestors every year! The documentary weaves in the ceremonies, traditions, pottery, symbols, native plants and foods all seen on the colorful streets of Puebla during this celebration. Students will watch the Voladores performance, eating ant eggs, visiting grave sites and more! For students, I have put together this
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Distance Learning Spanish
In May it is celebrated Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month. So I made this material for my classes and my students loved it, in fact I saw them very interested. This resource includes: p1: reading "How One Woman's Story Led to the Creation of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month" p2: - Explain what the text is about. - Look for words in the dictionary. - Reading comprehension questions. p3: - Join with arrows. - Match the images to the paragraphs of the text. p4: - Video "Ce
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8th - 12th
Short film in Spanish about bullying with multiple activities for students to do
This is a lesson you can do with your students after watching a short film in Spanish about bullying. It includes pre-watching activities, during and after watching activities for your students to complete. The theme is bullying and the short film as well as the activities are in Spanish perfect for Heritage, AP or Spanish 3 classes. The short film is called El Sandwich de Mariana and it was created by a Mexican filmmaker.
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8th - 12th
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Culture is How We Connect: Reading Assignment, Video, and Exercise Questions
What is Culture? It's a big question, with many different answers. That's why personal stories from real people are such an effective way to teach this complex subject. Culture lessons will come alive for your students with these insightful and heartfelt storiesWHAT'S INSIDE?Reading assignment about how cultures connectThought-provoking video lesson on culture is how we connectExercise that includes three discussion questions based on the reading assignment and video lessonEngage your students i
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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TED Talk Analysis Graphic Organizer
TED Talks expose students to topics that expand their world knowledge. TED Talks are incredibly powerful short lectures delivered by people from all disciplines, walks of life, cultures and communities.
In an effort to address CCSS on Speaking and Listening, students can choose a topic and analyze the talk for rhetorical devices and persuasive technique, diction and personal responses.
This is a Word document that allows the boxes to expand as students type their responses; it also allows
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8th - 12th
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Cultural Identity Lesson: The Icelandic Landscape & Pico Island Package
What is Culture? It's a big question, with many different answers. That's why personal stories from real people are such an effective way to teach this complex subject. Culture lessons will come alive for your students with these insightful and heartfelt storiesAre you looking for a way to explore how the physical environment shapes cultures? Delve into this cultural lesson bundle, where we uncover the history and significance of both the Icelandic landscapes and the Pico Island in the Azores. T
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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The Definition of Culture Lesson: Reading, Video, and Exercise Package
What is Culture? It's a big question, with many different answers. That's why personal stories from real people are such an effective way to teach this complex subject. Culture lessons will come alive for your students with these insightful and heartfelt stories.Are you looking for a way to teach your students about the definition of culture and how it shapes someones identity? This lesson package covers the significance of knowing the definition of culture and it sheds light on how someone's be
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Cultural Identity Lesson: The Meaning of Hygge and Tri Hita Karana in Bali
What is Culture? It's a big question, with many different answers. That's why personal stories from real people are such an effective way to teach this complex subject. Culture lessons will come alive for your students with these insightful and heartfelt stories.Are you looking for a way to teach your students about cultural beliefs and philosophies and how they shape identity? This cultural lesson bundle covers the history and significance of the meaning of Hygge, shedding light on how someone'
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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2:47
The changing face of Britain from 1960s to 1980s
The changing face of Britain from 1960s to 1980s. A description of all the aspects involved: political transformation, social and cultural changes, economic shift, technology advancement, social unrest and activism. It is a short video to give a general view of the main events of that time.
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
2:36
Hispanic Heritage Month
This video shows the richness and diversity of the Hispanic-Latino heritage. The video is full of colorful images and music to engage students. A free cultural enrichment activity sheet is also provided.
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3rd - 12th
Spanish 1 Subsitute plan (US history)
As a Spanish teacher I struggle when I need to call in a sub. I still want my students to learn, but I cannot expect the sub to know Spanish. In response I have found a great series by PBS on Latino Americans; about the history of Latino Americans in what is now the United States. This is a work sheet for:Episode 1: Foreigners in Their Own Land (UPDATED LINK)https://www.pbs.org/video/latino-americans-episode-1-foreigners-their-own-land/This could also work in an U.S. history class. Graphics cred
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6th - 12th
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Black History in STEM: Garrett Morgan
Garrett Morgan was an African American inventor and community leader, best known for his invention of the three-position traffic signal and the smoke hood, a precursor to the modern-day gas mask. Born in Kentucky in 1877, Morgan's innovations were inspired by his experiences as a son of freed slaves, and he often had to overcome racial barriers to market and receive recognition for his inventions. Besides his notable inventions, Morgan was also a successful businessman and played a significant r
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4th - 12th
5:43
Guy Fawkes and Bonfire Night - Video Lesson
Pocket History animated video. Every year on November 5th, Britain celebrates the event known as 'Bonfire Night' or sometimes 'Guy Fawkes Night' with fireworks and bonfires all over the country. This short, gruesome but humorous video tells the history behind the event. The story follows the plot by a group of Catholics to assassinate the first Stuart king of England, James 1, by using gunpowder in an attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament. It illustrates why the plot failed and also shows
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5th - 9th
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Spanish Listening Activity: Los chinos en México Identidades personales públicas
Parte auditiva: Los chinos en México.Para esta sección, podrás ver un video de 23 minutos titulado “Los que llegaron - Los chinos” producido por el Canal Once de México acerca de la inmigración china al país mexicano. Antes de ver, lee atentamente las siguientes declaraciones y subraya las palabras claves. Mientras ves el documental, circula la respuesta más adecuada, Cierto(C) o falso(F),y responde de acuerdo a la información que aparece en el video. El segmento se reproducirá una sola vez. Ali
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
6:05
Quinceañera - Video (6 min.) Hispanic Tradition and Culture Lesson
The Quinceañera Celebration is an important and admired right of passage in any Hispanic, and especially Mexican, young lady turning 15. The Quinceñera is an important tradition that must be taught in to all students learning Spanish and about Hispanic culture.This 6 minute video is a perfect introduction of he Hispanic tradition of the Quinceañera. Your students will love the visuals, music and the written explanations (in Spanish) of the essential elements of a Traditional Quineañera.A fun and
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8th - 12th
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3:00
Countries of Latin America Video (Hispanic Heritage Month / Latino History )
This fun video helps all learn about which countries make up Latin America. It also teaches about various dances from around the world! Perfect for instruction, brain breaks, assemblies, and programming!
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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O Canada English Version (with mp3 files and movies)
The O Canada Download includes:
*O Canada in the Key of C, D and Eb
*Bilingual Piano/Vocal Scores
*Reproducible Student Lyrics
*Vocal/Instrumental mp3 files
*O Canada Movies (English and Bilingual) words set to music
Click the DOWNLOAD PREVIEW button to view a movie clip from O Canada.
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PreK - 12th, Staff
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