Subject Matter:  Social Studies
Category: Culture

Description:  This is a lesson covering different aspects of Brazilian culture.  Students will work in small groups on one given area of culture (Food, sports, manners, body language, industry).

Technology Requirement:  Computers with Internet access and Microsoft PowerPoint software.

Illinois State Standards:
   STATE GOAL 16:  Understand events, trends, individuals and movements shaping the history of
          Illinois, the United States and other nations.
          D. Understand Illinois, United States and world social history.
          16.D.1 (W)    Identify how customs and traditions from around the world influence the local community.
     STATE GOAL 17:  Understand world geography and the effects of geography on society, with an
          emphasis on theUnited States.
          C.  Understand relationships between geographic factors and society.
          17.C.1a  Identify ways people depend on and interact with the physical environment (e.g., farming,
          fishing, hydroelectric power).
     STATE GOAL 18:  Understand social systems, with an emphasis on the United States.
          A.  Compare characteristics of culture as reflected in language, literature, the arts, traditions and
          institutions.
          18.A.1  Identify folklore from different cultures which became part of the heritage of the United States
          18.A.2  Explain ways in which language, stories, folk tales, music, media and artistic creations serve
          as expressions of culture.

Assessment Tools:

     Informal:  Showing collaborative skills working in small groups.

     Formal:  Correctly answering questions about the areas of culture; oral presentation.  Extra Credit for making Feijoada dish.