Carnival Research Project Spanish Carnaval Activity Digital and Printable

Description

Engage your students in a meaningful exploration of Carnival celebrations in several Spanish-speaking countries! This 2-day project combines a video, articles, comprehension questions, research, and writing activities to provide a well-rounded, interactive learning experience.

PROJECT OBJECTIVE: Students will learn about Carnaval in Spanish-speaking countries as they watch a video, read articles, answer questions, research 3 Carnival celebrations, make a Venn diagram to compare and contrast the 3 Carnivals, and complete a writing activity.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

• Students will watch a video and read articles to gain cultural insights.
• They’ll answer comprehension questions to reflect on what they’ve learned.
• A research project asks students to gather information about 3 Carnivals and use critical thinking skills to compare and contrast them.
• The culminating writing activity encourages deeper thinking and language application.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• Project overview for teachers
• Links to 1 video and 3 articles about Carnival
• 5-7 comprehension questions for each video and article (22 total)
• Student handouts
• Rubrics
• Printable and Google Slides versions of everything for easy access and adaptability
• Answer keys

✔ Three flexible options to suit your classroom needs:

• 100% in English (perfect for beginner-level or cultural exploration in non-Spanish classes)
• English instructions/questions with Spanish required for the research and writing components (ideal for intermediate learners)
• 100% in Spanish (for immersive language practice)

Please see the preview for more details.

WHY TEACHERS LOVE IT:

• Cultural Exploration: Introduces students to diverse Carnival traditions, fostering cultural awareness and appreciation.
• Language Practice: Offers a variety of formats to support differentiated instruction and language proficiency levels.
• Interactive & Creative: Keeps students engaged while developing research and writing skills.
• Easy Lesson Plan for February or March: Takes 2-3 days to complete, depending on the length of the class periods.

THIS HOLIDAY PROJECT IS GREAT FOR:

• Sub plans
• A Carnival unit
• Spanish 1-AP
• Heritage speakers
• Cultural exploration classes

Make cultural learning both fun and impactful with this comprehensive resource!