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For TeachersQuick Kites: A 40-60 minute overview of kite traditions east and west, tips for integrating kites with different curricula, plus a hands-on opportunity to make one or two simple kites. Schedule for a staff meeting or professional development day; teachers will leave the workshop able to model simple kite making skills and lead their students in making simple kites in the classroom. Next Offered: by request from January 2006; free for schools within thirty miles of Seattle; e-mail for terms and schedule, information@drachen.org Related Exhibit: consider presenting About Kites in your school library or display area in conjunction with this workshop. Japanese Kites: A three-hour introduction to one of the world's most vibrant and varied kite cultures. Teachers will learn about basic characteristics and regional differences of Japanese kites and about the cultural contexts in which they are flown. Using traditional materials--washi (Japanese handmade paper) and bamboo--teachers will build two Japanese kites (inexpensive kits are available through the Drachen online store). The workshop is appropriate for secondary teachers of social studies/world cultures, Japanese language, ELL, Special Education, Art, and Technology, and for elementary generalists. Content can be modified to suit specific curricula. Washington State clock hours are available. Teachers will take away the skills to introduce this engaging component of Japanese culture to students, to model kite making skills, and to lead their students in making authentic Japanese kites in their classrooms. Next Offered: spring 2007 in Seattle; e-mail for schedule, information@drachen.org
Guatemalan Kites for Day of the Dead: A 1-1/2- to three-hour introduction to Guatemalan kite traditions for Day of the Dead. Teachers will learn about the giant kites created in two highland villages in Guatemala, will review teaching materials available in English and Spanish, and will make a child's kite using materials from Guatemala (inexpensive kits are available through the Drachen online store). The workshop is appropriate for secondary teachers of social studies/world cultures, Spanish language, ELL, Special Education, and Art, and for elementary generalists. Washington State clock hours are available. Teachers will take away the skills to introduce this engaging component of indigenous culture to students, to model kite making skills, and to lead their students in making an authentic Guatemalan kite in their classrooms. Next Offered: fall of 2006 in Seattle; e-mail for schedule, information@drachen.org
Cambodian Kites: check back in spring 2006 Japanese Kite Prints: check back in fall 2006 For StudentsTo arrange workshops or residencies for students with local or visiting kite makers, click Resources. Fees and availability vary; e-mail for information, information@drachen.org Read accounts of past workshops and residencies |
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