Tag Archives: Global Guide

Students At The School For Excellence Learn Russian

Posted on November 29, 2011 by

Helena, a Global Guide from Russia, taught students at the School For Excellence how to write their names in Russian. They learned how the Russian alphabet is different compared to the English alphabet. Students were also curious about the Russian … Continue reading →

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Students Learn About Political Revolutions Through Posters

Posted on November 22, 2011 by

Yao Wei, a Global Guide from China, teaches students at the School For Excellence about Political Revolutions in China through posters. Looking at the imagery used in posters during different political revolutions, students were able to learn what was happening … Continue reading →

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Paola Shares Her Culture with Students at MS 131

Posted on November 11, 2011 by

Here is what Paola, a Global Guide from Mexico, said about her Global Classroom experience: “I really enjoyed being a Global Classroom Guide, and I don’t think I would change anything… I love talking about my country! So this experience … Continue reading →

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Hola from Chile!

Posted on November 9, 2011 by

This is Magdalena who will be visiting Bushwick Community High School to speak about Chilean culture and language. What do you know about Chile? What do you want to know?

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Zony Teaches Students Traditional Games from Mexico

Posted on November 7, 2011 by

Students from IS 126/Riis Academy enjoyed learning about Meixcan culture and games from Zony Maya, they had a blast playing Cebollita (little onion) and A La Vibora De La Mar (snake of the sea)! Zony shared-”Learning through games makes children … Continue reading →

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Lena Brings Germany to Chinatown

Posted on September 30, 2011 by

Following an introduction to German culture, Lena Prummer, a Fulbright student studying at Rutgers University, explained World War II from both a political and personal perspective to middle school students studying World War II, attending MS.131 in Chinatown. “In my … Continue reading →

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Brazil with Gilka

Posted on September 22, 2011 by

Gilka, Fulbright Scholar from Brazil, teaches traditional Brazilian songs to students from her community. Does this remind you of any songs from your community? If it does, leave a comment and let us know!

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Seju Brings Korea to Brooklyn

Posted on September 22, 2011 by

Seju Im, painter at Pratt Institute, introduced Korean arts to the Clara School in Brooklyn over a two day session. Seju- “It was incredible to see the students using calligraphy brushes today. They used their own skills and experience and … Continue reading →

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