Social Studies Share
By: Cressie Weible
TEKS 5.22 (B)
describe customs and traditions of various racial, ethnic and religious groups in the United States.
What is culture?
Many countries are largely populated by immigrants, and the culture is influenced by the many groups of people that now make up the country. This is also a part of growth. As the countries grow, so does its cultural diversity
Western culture
Eastern culture
Middle Eastern culture
In the United States....
Now it is your turn.....
Cultural Collage
OBJECTIVE: Gain an understanding of culture by researching different characteristics of a racial, ethnic and religious groups in the United States.
DIRECTIONS
· Make a cultural collage.
· The collage must include:
On the top of the collage:
§ Name of the culture group
§ Flag of the culture group country
The REST of the collage must include:
§ Your choice of any FIVE (5) of the following characteristics of the country:
1. Major Languages
2. Major Religions
3. Popular Sports
4. Industry/Technology
5. Climate
6. Foods
7. Recreational Activities/Entertainment
8. Holidays & Celebrations
Ø Characteristics MUST be displayed with drawn PICTURES and a brief written description using words, numbers, or symbols to describe it.
Ø Each characteristic must also be LABELED as one of the traits from the list above