Cultural Kaleidoscope

Jennifer Sanchez

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Cultural Kaleidoscope

Explore global cultures

In this lesson, students will explore the beauty of diversity by learning about different cultures around the world. They will engage in discussions about traditions, foods, and festivals from various cultures and create a cultural collage to represent their learning. This lesson is important as it fosters cultural awareness and appreciation, helping students understand and respect the diversity in the world around them.

Audience

3rd Grade Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Explore global cultures

Materials

Post-it notes, Markers, Scissors, Glue sticks, Magazines or printed images of cultural symbols, Cultural Collage Worksheet, and Cultural Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what culture means.
Ask students to share any cultural traditions they know about or participate in.

Step 2

Cultural Exploration

15 mins

Divide students into small groups.
Provide each group with magazines or printed images of cultural symbols.
Ask them to identify and discuss different cultural elements such as food, clothing, and festivals.

Step 3

Cultural Collage Creation

15 mins

Distribute the Cultural Collage Worksheet to each student.
Instruct students to create a collage using the images and symbols they discussed.
Encourage creativity and personal expression in their collages.

Step 4

Group Sharing

5 mins

Have each group present their collage to the class.
Encourage students to explain the cultural elements they included and why.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Conclude with a class discussion on what they learned about different cultures.
Highlight the importance of diversity and cultural appreciation.

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Discussion

Cultural Discussion Questions

This discussion will help students think critically about cultural diversity and its significance.

What is culture and why is it important?

Guide students to think about culture as a way of life, including traditions, languages, and customs.

Can you name a cultural tradition you or someone you know participates in?

Encourage students to share personal experiences or stories they've heard.

Why is it important to learn about other cultures?

Discuss how understanding other cultures can promote empathy and respect.

Worksheet

Cultural Collage Worksheet

This worksheet will guide students in creating a collage that represents various cultural elements they have learned about.

Choose images that represent different cultural traditions, foods, or festivals and paste them here.

Think about what makes each culture unique and interesting.

Write a short description of one cultural element you included in your collage.

Explain why you chose this element and what it represents.