Lesson 1 Exploring Culture Through Questions
Lesson 1 Exploring Culture Through Questions
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson you will be able to ask questions to learn about different cultures and reflect on how your own context influences your understanding.
What do you already know about culture?
What is Culture?
Culture is the way of life, traditions, language, and beliefs shared by a group of people. It shapes how we see the world and how we communicate.
Understanding Context
Context is your background and personal experiences. It affects how you understand stories, images, and ideas from different cultures.
Question Words Review
Key Question Words
Building Knowledge
Who, What, When, Where, Why, How. These words help us form questions to learn more.
Use these words to ask questions about the text or people's experiences to gain a deeper understanding.
Why Ask Questions?
Questioning helps us build knowledge, clarify meaning, and connect our experiences to what we read.
Culture in My Two Blankets
My Two Blankets shows culture through pictures and words. Notice the characters’ traditions, languages, and how they adapt.
Reflecting on Language Barriers
Listen to an excerpt by Irena Kobald. How does language affect understanding? Write an 'I wonder...' question.
My Blanket Activity
Design your own 'blanket' representing your culture and identity. Think about your traditions, family, and values.
Reflect & Share
Share something you learned today. Complete an exit slip: What did you learn from the text? What did you learn from questioning?
Key Takeaways
Asking relevant questions builds knowledge, connects your experiences to texts, and helps you learn about other cultures.