So Many Cultures!
What is culture?
A way of life shared by a group of people
What is a value?
A belief or idea about how to act or what to think is important to a person
Why might immigrants come to the United States?
To find a new and better life, to escape danger or war, or to look for new opportunities like a new job or education
What is a tradition?
A custom or belief passed down through the years within a group of people
Do parades and festivals help share culture with others?
Yes, people have parades and festivals to share their culture with others who may have different cultures
What is a part of a person's culture?
Clothing and stories
Are values part of culture?
Yes, and different cultures have different values
Where do immigrants come from today?
All over the world
Why do people celebrate culture?
Their culture is important to them
True or False:
The U.S. is a big mix of cultures all around us.
True
Is the world made up of many or few cultures?
Many...the world is made up of many cultures with people who are different from you
How do children learn about culture?
From their parents and family members
Why did Chinese people immigrate to America?
To make more money and look for gold
What is one way you celebrate your culture with your family?
Have a big dinner with family members, say a prayer or sing a special song, celebrate holidays together, share beliefs and traditions
What are some ways Native Americans share their culture?
They have powwows where they sing, dance, and tell stories from their culture
Is language part of a culture?
Yes, people speak different languages around the world
True or False:
Stories can not teach values.
False: Stories can teach values that are important to a culture.
Why were immigrants required to stop at Ellis Island long ago?
To give information about themselves, make sure they were healthy, and find out if they could enter America
Why is celebrating culture important?
It reminds us of why our culture is important
What holiday is celebrated in America that helps share about Chinese culture?
Chinese New Year: parade with beautiful floats, colorful costumes, and martial arts dances
True or False:
Jobs and food are part of a person's culture.
True
Can children learn about values away from home?
Yes, they learn how to be polite and follow rules at school as well.
What is an immigrant?
A person who comes from another place to live in a new country
What are some holidays and special occasions around the world that help others celebrate their culture?
Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Quinceanera, Festival of Lights
What do different cultures bring to our country?
Diversity: Different ideas and ways of doing things