Exploring Culture and Traditions

ENL Proficiency Level | ENL Program | Standards | Technology

Appropriate for all English Proficiency Levels   |   Stand-Alone   |  4W6, 4W7, W.4.6, W.5.6, W.6.6   |   Book Creator

Content

I can discuss my culture and the traditions my family celebrates with my peers.

Procedure

Day 1: Introduction to Culture and Traditions

• • Warm-Up Discussion (10 mins):

    • Ask: What do you think culture means? What are some traditions your family celebrates?

    • Record ideas on the board or chart paper.

  • Mini-Lesson (15 mins):

    • Define culture and traditions with examples (e.g., food, clothing, holidays, music).

    • Show a short video or presentation on various global traditions.

  • Brainstorming Activity (20 mins):

    • Hand out worksheets for students to jot down elements of their own culture (family traditions, festivals, special foods).

    • Encourage students to think about how their traditions make them unique.

Day 2: Designing the Book on Book Creator

• • Introduction to Book Creator (15 mins):

    • Provide a quick tutorial on how to use Book Creator:

      • Adding text, images, and videos.

      • Designing pages and organizing content.

  • Content Planning (10 mins):

    • Discuss book sections:

      • Introduction to My Culture

      • Family Traditions

      • Cultural Foods

      • Celebrations and Festivals

      • My Reflection

  • Book Creation Time (20-25 mins):

    • Students start designing their books.

    • Encourage them to add photos, personal stories, and creative designs.

Day 3: Finalizing and Sharing

• • Book Completion (20 mins):

    • Students finalize their books.

    • Provide support with editing and adding multimedia elements.

  • Class Book Gallery (15 mins):

    • Students share their books with peers in small groups or present to the class.

  • Reflection Activity (10 mins):

    • Discuss: What did you learn about your own culture? What surprised you about other traditions?