Grade Range: K-4Resource Type(s): Reference Materials, Lessons & ActivitiesDate Posted: 6/10/2008
Students will learn more about the carnival traditions of Puerto Rico in this OurStory module. The module includes links to hands-on activities and a list of recommended readings. OurStory is a series of modules designed to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities. Ideal for afterschool use, OurStory resources will allow students to think critically, to be creative, and to achieve academic standards both in and out of the classroom.
Interdisciplinary, Multiple activities, Museum education, Thematic approach
Carnival celebrations featuring performers dressed as devils are found in Puerto Rico and the res...
literacy, picture book, Latin American Heritage Month, family, hispanic, Hispanic American Heritage Month, September, Latin American, parent guide, family activity, ELL, October, Latino, Hispanic Heritage Month, reading, Our Story, Latin America, children’s literature, OurStory, Latino Heritage Month
Learn about Puerto Rican Carnival with Ramon, who longs to masquerade along with the older boys, ...
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