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Central Idea: Celebrations and symbols help us understand other people -…
Central Idea: Celebrations and symbols help us understand other people
Lines of Inquiry
Why we celebrate: Understanding the reasons behind celebrations and what they represent. (Causation) (Beliefs)
Key Concept - Causation: Exploring the reasons why people celebrate.
Related Concept - Beliefs: Exploring the values and beliefs that underpin celebrations.
Contexts (Real-World Application)
• Role-Playing: Acting out different celebrations to understand their significance. Example: Role-playing a traditional Thanksgiving dinner and discussing the history and meaning behind it.
• Guest Speakers: Inviting guest speakers to talk about the reasons behind their cultural celebrations. Example: A guest speaker explains the significance of Passover and the traditions associated with it.
• Class Discussions: Holding class discussions about the reasons people celebrate different holidays. Example: Talking about why people celebrate New Year’s Eve and what it signifies in different cultures.
• Celebration Journals: Keeping journals where children reflect on celebrations they have participated in and what they learned. Example: A child writes or draws about a time they celebrated Eid and what they enjoyed most about it.
• Reflection Circles: Having group discussions where children share why their families celebrate certain holidays. Example: Children sit in a circle and talk about why they celebrate birthdays and what it means to them.
Symbols and celebrations: Investigating the symbols associated with various celebrations and their meanings. (Connection) (Culture)
Key Concept - Connection: Recognising how symbols and celebrations connect us to different cultures
Related Concept - Culture: Investigating how celebrations and symbols reflect cultural identities.
Contexts (Real-World Application)
• Symbol Scavenger Hunt: Organising a scavenger hunt where children find and identify symbols related to different celebrations. Example: Finding items like a menorah for Hanukkah or a dragon for Chinese New Year.
• Symbol Discussions: Having discussions about the symbols of different celebrations and what they represent. Example: Talking about the significance of the crescent moon and star in Ramadan celebrations.
• Storytime with Symbol Books: Reading books that explain the symbols of various celebrations and discussing their meanings. Example: Reading "The Story of Diwali" by Veronica Uribe and discussing the symbols associated with Diwali.
• Art Projects: Creating art projects that depict symbols of various celebrations. Example: Making and decorating masks for Carnival.
• Symbol Exploration Stations: Setting up stations where children can explore different symbols associated with celebrations. Example: A station with symbols of Christmas, such as a star, tree, and bell, and discussing their meanings.
The meaning of celebrations around the world: Exploring different celebrations and their significance. (Perspective) (Tradition)
Perspective: Understanding different viewpoints on the significance of celebrations.
Related Concept - Tradition: Understanding the customs and practices associated with different celebrations.
Contexts (Real-World Application)
• Cultural Celebration Days: Having days dedicated to exploring specific cultural celebrations. Example: Celebrating Diwali with traditional music, dance, and food.
• Family Involvement: Inviting family members to share their cultural celebrations. Example: A parent comes in to talk about their family’s Ramadan traditions and brings traditional food to share.
• Storytime with Celebration Books: Reading books about different cultural celebrations and discussing their meanings. Example: Reading "My First Chinese New Year" by Karen Katz and discussing the traditions of Chinese New Year.
• Celebration Craft Stations: Setting up craft stations where children can create items related to different celebrations. Example: Making paper lanterns for Chinese New Year or decorating eggs for Easter.
• Global Celebration Exploration: Learning about different celebrations from around the world through stories, videos, and guest speakers. Example: Watching a video about Holi, the Festival of Colours, and discussing its significance.
Approaches to Learning
• Thinking Skills: Thinking critically about why people celebrate and the importance of symbols.
• Communication Skills: Sharing knowledge and ideas about celebrations and symbols through discussions, storytelling, and presentations.
• Research Skills: Investigating different celebrations and symbols, and understanding their meanings and significance.
Assessment Methods
• Symbol Projects: Creating projects that explore the symbols associated with various celebrations. Teachers can assess their understanding of the connection between symbols and celebrations. Example: A child creates a project about the symbols of Christmas, including a star, a tree, and a gift, explaining what each symbol represents.
• Interactive Presentations: Children present information about a celebration or symbol to the class. Teachers can assess their ability to communicate and share their knowledge. Example: A child presents a poster about Hanukkah, explaining the significance of the menorah and other symbols.
• Celebration Portfolios: Children create portfolios with drawings, photos, and descriptions of different celebrations they learn about. Teachers can assess their understanding of the meaning and significance of these celebrations. Example: A child includes a drawing of a Diwali celebration, a photo of their family’s Thanksgiving dinner, and a description of Chinese New Year traditions.
Transdisciplinary Learning Subject Integration
• Art: Creating art projects that depict symbols and aspects of various celebrations. Example: Making masks for Carnival or lanterns for Chinese New Year.
• Language: Communicating about celebrations and symbols through stories, discussions, and descriptive writing. Example: Writing stories about family traditions or sharing experiences of celebrations.
• Social Studies: Exploring different cultural celebrations and their significance. Example: Learning about festivals like Diwali, Chinese New Year, and Thanksgiving, and discussing their importance.