Celebrating Hispanic Heritage
Educate students on Hispanic heritage month
This lesson aims to educate 9th-grade students about Hispanic Heritage Month, highlighting its significance and contributions of Hispanic and Latino cultures. By engaging in a mix of activities, reading, and discussions, students will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the rich cultural heritage celebrated during this month.
Active Learning, Collaborative Learning, Trauma-Informed Teaching
Projector, Speakers, Printable reading handout, and Quiz
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
- Begin with a welcoming statement and a brief introduction to the significance of Hispanic Heritage Month.
- Explain that the session will involve watching a video, a collaborative activity, a reading, and a quiz.
Step 2
Video Presentation
5 minutes
Step 3
Collaborative Learning Activity
15 minutes
- Divide students into small groups and assign each group a theme related to Hispanic Heritage Month (e.g., famous figures, cultural traditions, historical events).
- Provide groups with markers and chart paper to create a poster on their assigned theme. Allow them 10 minutes to research and work collaboratively to design their posters.
- After 10 minutes, have each group present their posters briefly.
Step 4
Reading and Discussion
10 minutes
- Distribute the printable reading handout on Hispanic Heritage Month.
- Allow students 5 minutes to read quietly.
- Facilitate a discussion based on the reading. Ask thought-provoking questions to engage students and encourage them to share their insights and reflections.
Step 5
Quiz and Closure
5 minutes
- Hand out a short quiz to assess students' understanding of the material covered during the lesson.
- Allow students 5 minutes to complete the quiz.
- Collect the quizzes and provide a brief summary of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of appreciating and celebrating cultural diversity.
