Centers can be incorporated into any subject. There are a great teaching tool to always keep students actively learning. The examples below are based on teaching about different cultures around the world.
Egypt - Below are listed ideas of short activities that could be included at a center to help students get a glimpse into the Egyptian Culture. • Sugar Cube Pyramids - With sugar cubes students can explore how to build their own ancient pyramid. • Mummification - Click on this link to learn more in-depth details on this awesome activity. Mummy Russia - Here are a couple activities that could be included at a center when learning about the Russian culture. • Matryoshka Dolls - These are traditional piece of art and often toys for small children. This would be a creative activity to have students decorate their own. • Food Tasting - Why not have students try some traditional Russian food! Students can be introduced to the idea how each culture has distinct food differences. • Kalduny (stuffed dumplings) • Bliny (very thin pancake) |