Linear Presentation by Andra M. Ancira CUIN 3111 Mon. 9 10 a.m.

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Linear Presentation by Andréa M. AnciraCUIN
3111Mon. 9 10 a.m.

• Content 113.3 Social Studies
• Content Objectives
• 113.3(b)(2) History. The student will
  understand the origins of customs, holidays, and
  celebrations.
• 113.3(b)(13)(D) Citizenship. The student will
  explain how selected customs, symbols, and
  celebrations reflect an American love of
  individualism, inventiveness, and freedom.

• Content Objectives contd.
• 113.3(b)(15) Culture. The student will
  understand the importance of family beliefs,
  customs, language, and traditions.
• Purpose for presentation to present information
  for my class that will help them appreciate all
  humans and their different traditions and customs.

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Appreciating Customs and Traditions of all
People

• Mrs. Anciras First Grade Class

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We are different, but we share a lot in common!

• America is a diverse country.
• This means that, in America, we can find all
  sorts of people. We will find people who believe
  in different religions. Many people celebrate
  holidays that some of us never knew took place!
  Others may have very special traditions! We are
  going to discuss some interesting customs and
  traditions that we may find in America and around
  the world!

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Chinese New Year

• This is celebrated on February 12th.
• People who celebrate wear something red on this
  day. This color is thought to scare away evil
  spirits.
• This is a time when the Chinese clean their
  houses really well to get rid of bad luck from
  the past year.
• The celebrations bring a message of peace and
  happiness for families and close friends.

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Day of the Dead or Dia de Los Muertos

• In Mexico, this is a day to remember loved ones
  who have passed away.
• It is usually celebrated during the first two
  days of November.
• Families visit graves and bring favorite items
  that these relatives enjoyed.
• This day includes all of the community.
• These are beautiful days filled with memories.

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Hanukkah

• Jewish families celebrate Hanukkah during the
  month of December.
• This lasts eight days.
• A candle is lit for each day. A menorah holds
  all eight candles.
• Each time a candle is lit, the family prays.
• During Hanukkah, Jewish children receive presents
  everyday!

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Japanese Birthday Hat

• In Japan, a red hat is part of a tradition.
• When a man in your family turns sixty-one years
  old, he is given a special red hat.
• This birthday hat symbolizes wishes for a Happy
  Birthday and many more to come!

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Kwanzaa

• This is a holiday celebrated by many
  African-Americans.
• It takes place from December 26 to January 1.
• During this time, families join together to
  remember the Way of Life principles.
• Kwanzaa emphasizes unity in African-American
  families.

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Maypole Dance on May Day

• This celebration can be found throughout Europe
  and also in America.
• It is a dance to celebrate May Day or May 1st.
• Adults and children wrap ribbons or crepe paper
  around a pole.
• When they do this, there is an a order to how
  they dance.
• By the end of the dance, the pole is completely
  wrapped. It looks beautiful and colorful!

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Native American Sand Pictures

• Native American Medicine Men create colorful sand
  pictures on the ground.
• They use colored sand to make these pictures when
  someone in their tribe is sick.
• Many Native Americans believe that good spirits
  will see these pictures and help the sick feel
  better.

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Plum Pudding Surprise

• In England, it is a tradition to eat plum pudding
  during Christmas time.
• You may find a surprise when you eat it!
• If you find a ring, you will be married.
• If you find a button, you will be a bachelor (a
  man who is not married).
• If you find a thimble, you will be an old maid (a
  woman who is not married).
• What do you think you would find?

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Remember to appreciate and respect others! It
makes the world a happier place!
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Credits

• Holidays and Customs. (Vol. 9). (1976). Chicago
  World Book-Childcraft, Inc.
• MelaNet Kwanzaa Information Center _at_
• http//www.melanet.com/kwanzaa/whatis.html
• Day of the Dead Why do Mexicans celebrate on
  the Day of the Dead?_at_
• http//www.public.iastate.edu/rjsalvad/scmfaq/mue
  rtis.html
• Winding the Maypole _at_
• http//www.new-year.co.uk/chinese/history.htm