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And We Were All in One Place: Youth Culture and the Rock Festival
Students explore historical youth culture events. In this youth culture lesson, students discover details regarding the Altamont, Woodstock, and Monterey concerts. Students conduct research that regarding the rock festivals and...
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Greek To Us - Comedy, Tragedy, and Satire
The history of Greek drama is the focus of this multiple-choice quiz. Ten questions ask about historical figures and the roots of tragedy and comedy in Greek religious festivals. While studying Greek drama, use this quiz to test your...
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Egg-stravagant Egg Basket
Students discover that the egg has been revered by humans for thousands of years as a symbol of birth, life, and hope. They research the connection of the egg to spring and religious festivals around the world. They then create their own...
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Planning a Bluegrass Festival
Students explain how bluegrass music gained popularity across the country and around the world. They describe the roles of artists, patrons and music organizations in producing bluegrass music festivals. In addition, they
use a variety...
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International Festival: Japan
Students discover Japanese culture and the importance of Sakura to Japan. In this international festival lesson, students demonstrate an appreciation for the Sakura trees beauty by creating Sakura trees from white and pink dyed cotton...
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Christianity--Easter
In this Easter bonnet instructional activity, students participate in collecting a variety of items to create an Easter bonnet to wear. Students follow four directives and then decorate their bonnets.
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Christianity
In this Christianity worksheet, students cut out six cards, mix them up with other religion cards and match up the cards belonging to each religion.
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Make a Palm Cross
In this religious arts worksheet, students complete six illustrated steps to construct a Palm cross. There are no questions with this worksheet.
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Judaism - Hanukkah, Images for cards
In this symbol worksheet, students demonstrate their knowledge of the Jewish faith through symbol recognition. Students are challenged when comparing these symbols to other religious images.
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Dia de los Muertos Educator Resource Guide
What are the origins of el Dia de los Muertos, and how is this tradition observed in contemporary celebrations? With a variety of lesson plans and suggested hands-on activities, here is an excellent resource to reference as you...
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Hinduism--Holi
In this Hinduism activity, students choose one of the Hindu gods or goddesses to draw a picture of, name and answer three short answer questions about the god or goddess they chose.
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Buddhism - Buddha Day, Make your own Origami Crane - Part 1
In this Origami crane worksheet, students create a crane to recognize Buddha Day. The visual art helps students illustrate their knowledge of the Buddhist religion.
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African Music
In this African music worksheet, students read about how family life, community music, and rhythms are part of the culture and music of Africa.
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Buddhism - Buddha Day, Make Your Own Origami Crane Part 2
In this Origami crane worksheet, learners create an Origami crane from detailed instructions. This crane is an important symbol in the Buddhist religion.
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Baga Drum
Students draw and design a musical instrument that incorporates a human figure or animal. For this musical lesson plan, students will discover the differences between African drums. This lesson plan is designed for elementary, middle,...
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Introduction to the Panpipe
Students examine the panpipe and the cultures that use them in their music. They view photos of Peru and Bolivia and discuss their cultures, listen to recordings of music that includes the panpipe, and construct a panpipe using PVC...
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Masking: Honoring Animals, Ancestors, and Gods
Learners analyze the role of masks in African culture. In this African masks lesson, students read about the importance and meaning of imagery of African masks. Learners observe animals in local ecosystems and create a mask combining the...
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Say It Loud!: A Celebration Of Black Music in America - Episode 3: Can I Get A Witness: Lesson 2
Students watch a video on spiritual music, then engage in a discussion about the artists and styles mentioned in the video. They discuss vocal improvisation, and engage in a call and response to "This Little Light Of Mine.'
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Nature and Haiku Poetry
Students compose haiku poems and recognize how cultures value nature and
natural forces through the study of Japanese poetry. This lesson includes a bibliography of resources.