Details
Pages
29 Pages
Subject
ELA, History/Social Studies, English as a Second Language (ESL)
Languages
English
Product
Digital
Grade
Kindergarten, Pre-K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Ed, Higher Ed
Resource Type
Activities, Assessments, Projects
Standard
Common Core English Language Arts Standards
Description
Complete 2-Day Unit Plan - 29 Pages
** Adaptable Lesson Plans - Can be shortened or lengthened if needed**
Includes:
* Choose from multiple activities for each week or do them all.
* Discussion Questions (DOK 3 & 4)
* Critical Thinking Questions (DOK 3 & 4)
* Writing Prompt (DOK 3 & 4)
* Modified Discussion Questions, Critical Thinking Questions, and Writing Prompt (for SPED, ELL, and Differentiation)
* Vocabulary Activity
* Content Worksheets
* Collaborative Project-Based Learning Activity
* Final Assessment
*** The unit is aligned to the U.S. Common Core Standards.***
Unit Description: Understanding Lunar New Year
In this unit, students will embark on an exploration of one of the world's most widely celebrated cultural holidays - Lunar New Year. Through in-depth research and comparison, they will learn about the origins, history, and significance of Lunar New Year celebrations in countries such as China, Vietnam, and Korea. This unit will offer students the opportunity to discover how cultural practices, traditions, and customs are intertwined with values like family, prosperity, and renewal.
Students will engage in activities that include creating presentations and infographics to highlight key elements of the holiday, such as symbols, legends, and rituals. They will compare the similarities and differences in how Lunar New Year is observed across different cultures, gaining a deeper understanding of the universal themes of unity and renewal, while appreciating the diversity in traditions. By examining the importance of food, family gatherings, and festive customs, students will connect these cultural practices to larger global themes and learn about the role of traditions in shaping identity.
This unit offers students an opportunity to celebrate and respect cultural diversity, while honing research, critical thinking, and creative presentation skills. Through this exploration, students will gain a richer understanding of how holidays and traditions contribute to the fabric of societies and the shaping of cultural identity.
** Adaptable Lesson Plans - Can be shortened or lengthened if needed**
Includes:
* Choose from multiple activities for each week or do them all.
* Discussion Questions (DOK 3 & 4)
* Critical Thinking Questions (DOK 3 & 4)
* Writing Prompt (DOK 3 & 4)
* Modified Discussion Questions, Critical Thinking Questions, and Writing Prompt (for SPED, ELL, and Differentiation)
* Vocabulary Activity
* Content Worksheets
* Collaborative Project-Based Learning Activity
* Final Assessment
*** The unit is aligned to the U.S. Common Core Standards.***
Unit Description: Understanding Lunar New Year
In this unit, students will embark on an exploration of one of the world's most widely celebrated cultural holidays - Lunar New Year. Through in-depth research and comparison, they will learn about the origins, history, and significance of Lunar New Year celebrations in countries such as China, Vietnam, and Korea. This unit will offer students the opportunity to discover how cultural practices, traditions, and customs are intertwined with values like family, prosperity, and renewal.
Students will engage in activities that include creating presentations and infographics to highlight key elements of the holiday, such as symbols, legends, and rituals. They will compare the similarities and differences in how Lunar New Year is observed across different cultures, gaining a deeper understanding of the universal themes of unity and renewal, while appreciating the diversity in traditions. By examining the importance of food, family gatherings, and festive customs, students will connect these cultural practices to larger global themes and learn about the role of traditions in shaping identity.
This unit offers students an opportunity to celebrate and respect cultural diversity, while honing research, critical thinking, and creative presentation skills. Through this exploration, students will gain a richer understanding of how holidays and traditions contribute to the fabric of societies and the shaping of cultural identity.
Complete 2-Day Unit Plan - 29 Pages ** Adaptable Lesson Plans - Can be shortened or lengthened if needed** Includes: * Choose from multiple activities for each week or do them all. * Discussion Questions (DOK 3 & 4) *... more
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