Then, give them the definitions and examples. Words that students may not know might include "tamales," "piped up," "chattered" and "batch." Write these words on a poster and then have students guess what they mean. Highlight some of the interesting words used in the story to help students expand their vocabulary. The cultural discussion can be done with kindergartners to second-graders, while the Cultural Day is best suited for second-graders, because it requires a bit of independent research. Have students learn about the different ways holidays are celebrated around the world by having a Culture Day, when each student will pick a country and do a presentation about it. Have students share their own cultural backgrounds, the ways they celebrate holidays and some of their favorite foods. Point out some of the cultural elements in the story, such as tamales, a traditional Latin America food the Christmas traditions and the Spanish terms. The story's cultural references make it an ideal platform for cultural discussion.
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