Project Ideas

We would love if parents could use this website to learn along with their child more information about one of the 21 countries.  At home they can create a project that will be on display during our Hispanic Heritage Night, September 19, 2024.  Students who complete this project will be entered into a drawing and will possibly have their project shown on LIVE morning announcements with Mrs. Dorsey.

This is a list of possible projects you could complete.  These are only examples.  Feel free to choose a country and let creativity be your guide!

1. Country Display Board:

A tri-fold board showcasing:

• Map and flag of the country

• Important facts (capital, population, official language)

• Pictures of famous landmarks, food, festivals, and traditional clothing

2. Flag Recreation:

Families can create a physical or artistic representation of the chosen country’s flag using materials like fabric, paper, or recycled items. They could also include a short description explaining the flag’s colors and symbols.

3. Traditional Clothing Models:

Create small mannequins or paper dolls dressed in traditional clothing from the selected country, with information about when and why the clothing is worn.

4. Recipe Cards:

Families can design recipe cards for a popular dish from their chosen country. The card can include a picture, a description of the dish’s cultural importance, and the recipe itself.

5. Miniature Landmarks:

Create a model or 3D representation of a famous landmark (e.g., Machu Picchu from Peru, Chichen Itza from Mexico, or Christ the Redeemer from Brazil) using clay, cardboard, or other crafting materials.

6. Cultural Artifacts Display:

Families can create replicas or artistic interpretations of cultural artifacts, such as:

• Molas from Panama

• Guatemalan worry dolls

• Argentinian mate cups

7. Timeline of Historical Events:

Create a timeline showcasing significant events in the history of the chosen country, using pictures, dates, and brief descriptions to explain each event.

8. Currency and Stamps Display:

Research and recreate the currency and stamps used in the country. Include information about the figures or symbols depicted and their significance.

9. Music and Dance Poster:

Families can create a display about traditional music and dances, with images of instruments, dancers, and performances. They could also attach QR codes to audio or video links for people to listen or watch.

10. Mythology or Folklore Storyboard:

Create a storyboard or comic strip depicting a popular myth, legend, or folktale from the country, along with an explanation of its cultural significance.

11. Festival Poster:

A poster board highlighting a major festival or holiday celebrated in the country. Include pictures, a description of the customs, and the origins of the celebration.

12. Bilingual Booklet:

Families can create a short booklet with basic phrases or common sayings in both Spanish and English, along with phonetic pronunciation and examples of how they are used in the country’s daily life.

13. Nature and Wildlife Display:

Create a display about the country’s unique wildlife or natural landscapes, with images, maps, and descriptions of national parks, animals, and environmental conservation efforts.

14. Famous People Posters:

Research and create a display about an influential figure from the chosen country (such as an artist, athlete, politician, or scientist), with pictures and an overview of their achievements.

15. Handmade Cultural Art:

Families could create replicas of cultural art, like pottery, weaving, or painting, that is typical of the country. They could display these pieces along with descriptions of the art forms’ origins and meanings.