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Haitian Flag Day - Informational Text, Video, Online Worksheet

We learned about Africans, Indigenous Peoples, and African-American people throughout the school year using the school's curriculum. However, the many students of Haitian heritage in the class were sincerely thrilled to have a lesson that recognized their own specific and unique culture.

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Research Project for Hispanic Heritage Month

This was our first project which we worked on in late September/early October. Students started by exploring what culture means. Next, the students researched a famous person, the map, flag, and imports & exports of a Spanish speaking country. After this first project, I realized that students needed more structure in order to properly research and create their projects in a timely manner.

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Research Project for Holidays Around the World

Our second project allowed students to share the various holidays and traditional celebrations from all around the world. The students were very excited to talk about their traditions. Some even dressed up in traditional clothing to enhance their presentations. With this second project which we completed in December, students were better able to manage their time and complete their daily tasks.

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Research Projects for Black History Month

Our third research project in February, for Black History Month, allowed students in both 5th and 6th grade to make multiple connections to prior learning. By this time, the students were able to research and complete their projects much sooner. Students had to find an image and research the life span, early life and life accomplishments of their historical figure. Finally, students were required to research and include primary sources related to their Black History person and then make their class presentations.

With our fourth and final research project for the school year, students created and presented a digital presentation using Google Slides.

Research Projects During Remote Learning

Creating digital research projects during remote learning was challenging. However, with patience and persistence students learned to navigate Google Slides to create informative, visually appealing presentations for Black History Month.