TEACHING ARTIST SESSION CATEGORIES
Based on my book “Were You There? A biography of Emma Wakefield Paillet, students will engage with Black History through biography. Using found poetry, students will create a unique poem that can be a part of a larger biography project or a stand alone project.
Clap, stomp, and dance along! Students will learn Zydeco’s fun steps while hearing the lively sounds of accordion and washboard that make Louisiana music so special. Adaptable for Special Education
Bring the excitement of a Louisiana festival straight into the classroom! Students will experience the sights and sounds of celebrations like Festival International and Festivals Acadiens et Créoles, where dance, music, and tradition fill the streets. They’ll join the...
Just like gumbo mixes lots of flavors, Zydeco mixes lots of traditions! Students will dance while learning how music, food, and celebrations are part of everyday Louisiana life. Adaptable for Special Education.
Louisiana culture doesn’t stop at state lines—it travels the world! Through Zydeco dance and stories of international festivals, students will see how Creole traditions are shared across borders, building connections with cultures around the globe while keeping...
In this session, students will learn to blend colors with oil pastels to create a beautiful landscape scenery.
Students will explore winter themes, color palettes, and personal expression while creating meaningful art to share with loved ones.
Discover a new artform – wycinanki, the Polish folk art of papercutting!
Students will learn about these amazing endangered birds and make their own whooping cranes from paper plates.
Students will learn to fold and cut beautiful paper stars