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World Cultures Activities

World cultures activities centered around different cultural practices and holidays not only broaden perspectives, but also help children appreciate their peers.

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El Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Community Altar
El Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Community Altar
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El Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Community Altar
El dia de los muertos (the day of the dead) is a Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1st and 2nd every year. Other Latin American countries celebrate a variation of the holiday, but it originates in Mexico and is unique to this country. These two days
Kindergarten
Social studies
Activity
Draw a Mandala
Draw a Mandala
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Draw a Mandala
Draw your own beautiful mandala with this easy technique that ensures symmetrical results every time!
Year 6
Social studies
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African Collar Necklace
African Collar Necklace
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African Collar Necklace
Make this African collar necklace for a lesson in crafting and African culture.
Year 6
Social studies
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Kokeshi Doll
Kokeshi Doll
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Kokeshi Doll
Kokeshi dolls have been around since the 17th century, and now your child can recreate a piece of Japanese history and culture right at home.
Year 6
Social studies
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Tasseography
Tasseography
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Tasseography
Get your creative kid into tasseography! The ancient art of reading tea leaves gets a modern update in this simplified version for youthful fortune tellers!
Year 6
Social studies
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Chi Chi Sticks
Chi Chi Sticks
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Chi Chi Sticks
In the mood for a little lighthearted magic? Make your own chi chi sticks, inspired by the divination tools of ancient Chinese fortune tellers.
Year 5
Social studies
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Understanding Cultural Differences
Understanding Cultural Differences
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Understanding Cultural Differences
Explore the world from your own home by conducting research about other cultures with your year 5 child.
Year 5
Social studies
Activity
Calaveras Mini-Cakes
Calaveras Mini-Cakes
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Calaveras Mini-Cakes
Check out this sweet recipe idea perfect for celebrating Dia de los Muertos.
Year 5
Social studies
Activity
Make a Traditional Indian Wall Hanging
Make a Traditional Indian Wall Hanging
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Make a Traditional Indian Wall Hanging
Your child will create their very own traditional Indian Toran wall hanging using construction paper, yarn and paint.
Year 4
Social studies
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Mexican Tin Mirror
Mexican Tin Mirror
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Mexican Tin Mirror
Your child can make her own Mexican tin art mirror with cardboard, a mirror, and an aluminum pan.
Year 6
Social studies
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Onion Dome
Onion Dome
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Onion Dome
Few architectural features are as recognizable as the Russian onion dome. In this project, your kid will recreate the striking beauty of this roof-top marvel.
Year 5
Social studies
Activity
Ink Art
Ink Art
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Ink Art
Take advantage of the fact that ink and water don't mix and introduce your kid to suminagashi, a Japanese form of art.
Year 6
Science
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Yuan Xiao Jie
Yuan Xiao Jie
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Yuan Xiao Jie
Bring a bit of the fun of Yuan Xiao Jie to your home with this lantern activity. Happy New Year!
Year 4
Social studies
Activity
Chinese Shadow Puppets
Chinese Shadow Puppets
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Chinese Shadow Puppets
Shadow puppets are a traditional form of folk art that originated in ancient China. Help your child create his own puppet and put on a show!
Year 6
Social studies
Activity
Origin of Fireworks
Origin of Fireworks
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Origin of Fireworks
Put your kid's Internet research skills to the test with this activity that will help him learn more about the history and cultural significance of fireworks.
Year 5
Social studies
Activity
Washi Ningyo
Washi Ningyo
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Washi Ningyo
Washi Ningyo, otherwise known as Japanese paper dolls, make fantastic bookmarks! Encourage your child to read more with this delightful, origami-inspired doll.
Year 6
Social studies
Activity
DIY Zen Garden
DIY Zen Garden
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DIY Zen Garden
Being a kid is hard work. Soothe stresses and calm fears with this DIY Zen garden -- all you need is sand, stones and a shoebox.
Year 4
Social studies
Activity
Walking the World
Walking the World
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Walking the World
Has your child ever told you he wants to travel the world and meet new people? Why not keep track of his future travel plans with some fun footprint art.
Year 4
Social studies
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Islamic Tile Art
Islamic Tile Art
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Islamic Tile Art
Explore geometry, patterns, and history by creating pretty decorative Islamic tile art.
Year 5
Social studies
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Retablo
Retablo
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Retablo
Retablos are a kind of Latin American folk art that blend personal and spiritual themes. Have your child create her own version of retablo artwork.
Year 6
Social studies
Activity
Shaman Stick
Shaman Stick
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Shaman Stick
Channel your inner shaman with a shaman stick made from recycled paper towel rolls and cereal boxes!
Year 5
Social studies
Activity
Create a Mexican Inspired Yarn Picture
Create a Mexican Inspired Yarn Picture
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Create a Mexican Inspired Yarn Picture
Celebrate Mexican heritage and inspire creativity in your budding artist with this unique arts and crafts activity.
Year 4
Social studies
Activity
Challah Recipe
Challah Recipe
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Challah Recipe
Your beginning teen baker will enjoy the tactile experience of baking this challah bread. It's deceptively simple to make!
Social studies
Activity
Make an Aztec Inspired Mosaic Plate
Make an Aztec Inspired Mosaic Plate
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Make an Aztec Inspired Mosaic Plate
To pay tribute to the ancient Mexican art of mosaics, your child can craft a colorful mosaic using old magazines, a paper plate and lots of imagination.
Year 6
Social studies
Activity
Madhubani Painting
Madhubani Painting
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Madhubani Painting
Learn about the beautiful Indian art of Madhubani painting with this fun and creative project.
Year 6
Social studies
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