Cultural Kaleidoscope

Alicia Wilson

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Cultural Kaleidoscope

Build cultural awareness

In this lesson, kindergarten students will explore different cultures through music, art, and stories. They will listen to music from various cultures, create art inspired by cultural traditions, and engage with stories from diverse backgrounds. This lesson is important as it helps young students develop an appreciation for diversity and fosters an inclusive mindset from an early age.

Audience

Kindergarten Students

Time

30 mins

Approach

Build cultural awareness

Materials

Audio clips of cultural music, Art supplies (crayons, paper), Storybook or story audio, and Discussion questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion about what culture means.
Ask students if they know any different cultures or have experienced cultural activities.

Step 2

Music Exploration

7 mins

Play short audio clips of music from different cultures (e.g., African drumming, Indian classical, Latin salsa).
Encourage students to move or dance to the music, expressing how it makes them feel.

Step 3

Art Activity

10 mins

Provide art supplies and ask students to draw or color something inspired by the music they heard.
Encourage creativity and expression, explaining that art is a way to share cultural stories.

Step 4

Story Time

5 mins

Read a short story or play an audio story from a different culture.
Discuss the story briefly, focusing on the cultural elements presented.

Step 5

Closure

3 mins

Gather students and ask them to share their artwork and what they learned about different cultures.
Reinforce the idea that learning about different cultures is fun and important.

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Discussion

Cultural Discussion

A discussion to introduce students to the concept of culture and its diversity.

What is culture?

Explain that culture includes music, art, food, and traditions from different places.

Can you name a culture or tradition you know?

Encourage students to share any cultural experiences they have had.

Worksheet

Cultural Art Worksheet

A worksheet for students to express their understanding of cultural music through art.

Draw something that the music made you think of.

Think about the colors and shapes that come to mind when you hear the music.