Global Celebrations Showcase
Explore global traditions and celebrations
In this lesson, students will explore various cultural traditions and celebrations from around the world. They will work in groups to research a specific tradition or celebration, create a presentation, and share their findings with the class. This lesson is important as it fosters cultural awareness and appreciation, helping students understand and respect diverse practices and perspectives.
Explore global traditions and celebrations
Projector, Whiteboard and markers, Internet access, Printed research materials, Presentation guidelines handout, and Discussion questions
Step 1
Introduction
10 mins
- Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of cultural diversity and understanding different traditions.
- Ask students to share any cultural celebrations they are familiar with.
- Explain the objective of the lesson: to explore and present on a global tradition or celebration.
Step 2
Group Research
30 mins
- Divide students into small groups and assign each group a different cultural tradition or celebration to research.
- Provide printed research materials and allow access to the internet for additional information.
- Encourage students to focus on key aspects such as the history, significance, and unique practices of their assigned tradition.
Step 3
Presentation Preparation
20 mins
- Instruct each group to create a short presentation (5 minutes) about their assigned tradition.
- Provide a presentation guidelines handout to help structure their work.
- Circulate to assist groups with organizing their information and preparing their presentations.
Step 4
Group Presentations
20 mins
- Have each group present their findings to the class.
- Encourage students to ask questions and engage with the presenters.
- Highlight interesting facts and encourage appreciation of the diversity presented.
- Facilitate a class discussion using prepared questions to reflect on what was learned.
- Discuss the importance of respecting and celebrating cultural diversity.
- Conclude with a summary of key takeaways from the lesson.
