La familia y la comunidad
Las tradiciones y los valores;
La estructura familiar;
La geografía humana;
Las comunidades educativas;
Las redes sociales;
La ciudadanía global
GOALS:
Define identity in relation to family and community.
Reflect on family values and traditions, and begin to understand and express why these elements are important
Build a feeling of unity among other students, while also recognizing the difference within their culture
Research background information about general trends in US immigration
Understand how the roles and responsibilities of families and communities differ in societies around the world.
Compare and contrast traditions and celebrations of the Hispanic culture to that of one’s own
Understand how the attitudes and beliefs of the Hispanic cultures are reflected in their celebrations and cultural practices.
Acknowledge the relevance of the Latinos in the United States Recognize how Latino and Latina writers depict tradition, beliefs, and heritage in their writings as part of their identity, how they reflect on their cultural identity, and how they express their feelings about living in two cultures.
