Pixton Lesson Ideas

Cultural Practices #2

Students will reflect on their perceptions of the cultures studied.

Two Sides to a Story

Students will make connections to emerging global themes, e.g., poverty, economy, environment, etc. by examining diverse perspectives as they relate to the language and culture being studied.

What’s in a Poem?

Students will interpret and analyze a poem written in the target language for cultural understanding.

Problem Solving

Students will build, reinforce, and expand their knowledge of other disciplines while using the target language to solve problems creatively.

Students will focus on understanding one product (books, art, food, clothing, music, etc.) of a culture related to the language being studied and the perspectives (attitudes, meanings, values, etc.) that are revealed through the use of the product chosen.

Make a Connection: My Culture

Students will access and evaluate information about different cultures.

Conversations on Weekends

Students will use the target language to express interests outside of school.

Cultural Comparisons

Students will compare the cultures studied and their own.

Comparing Names of Animals

Students will explain and reflect on the nature of language through comparisons of the language studied and their own.

Cultural Practices #1

Students will investigate, explain, and reflect on the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the culture studied.

Let’s Chat

Students will present information, concepts, and ideas to persuade someone about a topic using appropriate media and adapting to various audiences of listeners, readers, or viewers.