Grade 2 Lesson at a Glance: Unit 2, Lesson 3

Houghton Mifflin Social Studies
Some People I Know

Lesson at a Glance
Unit 2, Lesson 3: Two Countries, Two Traditions (pp. 56-61)

The Big Idea
Framework Concepts: Family History, Change, and Traditions Teresa Sanchez celebrates the traditions of Mexico and the United States.

Before reading pages 56-61, talk about the different holidays, celebrations and foods children enjoy. Tell them that a tradition is something that is done a certain way for many years. Ask them what family traditions they might have.

Have a volunteer point to Mexico on a map. Ask children to tell what they know about Mexican traditions, holidays, celebrations, and foods. Record children's responses on chart paper and add to the lists as they read the chapter.

Check for Understanding

Have children pretend they are Teresa Sanchez. Have them take turns telling how they celebrate both Mexican and American traditions.
Ask children to draw a picture of Teresa celebrating two traditions, one that is from Mexico, and one from the United States.

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