Author: Marilyn Haberstroh
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781607323518
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Quetzalcoatl tales are ancient legends from Mexico and Central America that have been passed down through the ages, primarily by oral tradition. The Quetzalcoatl Tales Series, aimed at K-5 students, particularly in first and fifth grade, introduces young children to these wonderful stories with their sensitive portrayal of this rich and significant culture. These vividly illustrated texts are available in English and Spanish and are accompanied by teacher's guides that provide the archaeological and historical background of each story, as well as a wide range of engaging and educational activities for students. "A Quetzalcoatl Tale of Corn" tells how Quetzalcoatl followed a trail of ants to the Mountain of Sustenance and stole maize from the gods to feed his people, while "A Quetzalcoatl Tale of Chocolate" tells the story of Two Wind Deer, the boy who brought chocolate to the people of the earth. In "A Quetzalcoatl Tale of the Ball Game," Quetzalcoatl saves his people from war by playing a game with a rubber ball against the Rain God and is rewarded for winning with jade and quetzal feathers.
A Teacher's Guide to a Quetzalcoatl Tale of the Ball Game
Author: Marilyn Haberstroh
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781607323518
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Quetzalcoatl tales are ancient legends from Mexico and Central America that have been passed down through the ages, primarily by oral tradition. The Quetzalcoatl Tales Series, aimed at K-5 students, particularly in first and fifth grade, introduces young children to these wonderful stories with their sensitive portrayal of this rich and significant culture. These vividly illustrated texts are available in English and Spanish and are accompanied by teacher's guides that provide the archaeological and historical background of each story, as well as a wide range of engaging and educational activities for students. "A Quetzalcoatl Tale of Corn" tells how Quetzalcoatl followed a trail of ants to the Mountain of Sustenance and stole maize from the gods to feed his people, while "A Quetzalcoatl Tale of Chocolate" tells the story of Two Wind Deer, the boy who brought chocolate to the people of the earth. In "A Quetzalcoatl Tale of the Ball Game," Quetzalcoatl saves his people from war by playing a game with a rubber ball against the Rain God and is rewarded for winning with jade and quetzal feathers.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781607323518
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Quetzalcoatl tales are ancient legends from Mexico and Central America that have been passed down through the ages, primarily by oral tradition. The Quetzalcoatl Tales Series, aimed at K-5 students, particularly in first and fifth grade, introduces young children to these wonderful stories with their sensitive portrayal of this rich and significant culture. These vividly illustrated texts are available in English and Spanish and are accompanied by teacher's guides that provide the archaeological and historical background of each story, as well as a wide range of engaging and educational activities for students. "A Quetzalcoatl Tale of Corn" tells how Quetzalcoatl followed a trail of ants to the Mountain of Sustenance and stole maize from the gods to feed his people, while "A Quetzalcoatl Tale of Chocolate" tells the story of Two Wind Deer, the boy who brought chocolate to the people of the earth. In "A Quetzalcoatl Tale of the Ball Game," Quetzalcoatl saves his people from war by playing a game with a rubber ball against the Rain God and is rewarded for winning with jade and quetzal feathers.
Teacher's Guide for Zaltana, Princess of Ancient Mexico
Author: Alice Lockmiller
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557324696
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
A complementary resource for the historical fiction novel, this guide is for experienced teachers of young people ages 10-12. Learn more about the history, geography, culture, religion, lifestyle, heroes, government, medicine, language, alphabet, writings, art, and music of this place and time. Guides include age-appropriate curriculum elements such as historical reading material, worksheets, writing projects, puzzles, arts & crafts, tests and timeline events.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557324696
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
A complementary resource for the historical fiction novel, this guide is for experienced teachers of young people ages 10-12. Learn more about the history, geography, culture, religion, lifestyle, heroes, government, medicine, language, alphabet, writings, art, and music of this place and time. Guides include age-appropriate curriculum elements such as historical reading material, worksheets, writing projects, puzzles, arts & crafts, tests and timeline events.
Living the Law by Learning the Law
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Citizenship
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
This curriculum guide is designed to assist teachers at all levels in their efforts to infuse law-related education (lre) into their regular course of instruction. The curriculum goals are (1) to promote good citizenship through an understanding of and active participation in a democratic society; (2) to foster respect, understanding, and appreciation of diversity; (3) to develop, improve and integrate thinking and interpersonal skills; and (4) to increase knowledge of and insights into the personal relevance of law and the Constitution. The first part of the guide provides a framework for organizing and selecting (lre) activities based on concepts of power, justice, liberty, and equality. The guide presents teaching strategies appropriate to lre including case studies, mock trials, resource persons, role playing, simulations, and various games. Lesson plans are divided into levels--lower and upper elementary, middle, and high school--and provide concepts, rationale, objectives, materials, procedures, and assessment. Many of the lesson plans include handouts for student activities and some include primary documents such as the Constitution of Virginia. The appendix includes a copy of the United States Constitution. (Jd).
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Citizenship
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
This curriculum guide is designed to assist teachers at all levels in their efforts to infuse law-related education (lre) into their regular course of instruction. The curriculum goals are (1) to promote good citizenship through an understanding of and active participation in a democratic society; (2) to foster respect, understanding, and appreciation of diversity; (3) to develop, improve and integrate thinking and interpersonal skills; and (4) to increase knowledge of and insights into the personal relevance of law and the Constitution. The first part of the guide provides a framework for organizing and selecting (lre) activities based on concepts of power, justice, liberty, and equality. The guide presents teaching strategies appropriate to lre including case studies, mock trials, resource persons, role playing, simulations, and various games. Lesson plans are divided into levels--lower and upper elementary, middle, and high school--and provide concepts, rationale, objectives, materials, procedures, and assessment. Many of the lesson plans include handouts for student activities and some include primary documents such as the Constitution of Virginia. The appendix includes a copy of the United States Constitution. (Jd).
El-Hi Textbooks and Serials in Print
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780835242714
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 1188
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780835242714
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 1188
Book Description
A Latino Heritage, Series V
Author: Isabel Schon
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
ISBN: 9780810830578
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
An aid for librarians and teachers interested in exposing students in kindergarten through high school with an understanding and appreciation of the people, history, and art and political, social, and economic problems of Central and South American countries, and Latino-heritage people in the United States.
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
ISBN: 9780810830578
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
An aid for librarians and teachers interested in exposing students in kindergarten through high school with an understanding and appreciation of the people, history, and art and political, social, and economic problems of Central and South American countries, and Latino-heritage people in the United States.
Latina and Latino Voices in Literature for Children and Teenagers
Author: Frances Ann Day
Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
Highlighting the lives and careers of writers whose cultural roots are embedded in a variety of racial, ethnic, regional, and religious traditions, the book not only makes it easier to locate their work - it provides insights into their writing styles, motivations, and points of view.
Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
Highlighting the lives and careers of writers whose cultural roots are embedded in a variety of racial, ethnic, regional, and religious traditions, the book not only makes it easier to locate their work - it provides insights into their writing styles, motivations, and points of view.
El-Hi Textbooks & Serials in Print, 2005
El-Hi Textbooks & Serials in Print, 2003
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780835245463
Category : Periodicals
Languages : en
Pages : 2126
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780835245463
Category : Periodicals
Languages : en
Pages : 2126
Book Description
Subject Guide to Books in Print
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 3054
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 3054
Book Description