What is Culture Dual Language Lesson and FUN Alien Activity | English + Spanish
What is culture? This Spanish-English dual-language culture lesson challenges your class to explore the meaning of culture and examine cultural traits from around the world. Use it as a world cultures lesson, bilingual geography activity, Spanish immersion resource, or ESL/ELL support lesson where students analyze examples of beliefs, customs, traditions, language, food, clothing, and daily life.
This version includes both English and Spanish materials, making it a great fit for dual-language classrooms, bilingual social studies classes, Spanish-speaking students, Spanish immersion programs, and teachers who want flexible language support while teaching the core concept of culture.
What’s Included (English & Spanish Versions):
- Guided Lesson Slides
- Fill-in Notes
- 2 Practice Activities
- Fill-in Rubric
- Answer Keys
- Teacher Guide
Students begin with a “What in the World?” warm-up featuring Manu Martian, an alien who has crash-landed and is confused by life on Earth. Through his observations, students explore culture and cultural traits in an engaging, memorable way. Then, students learn key vocabulary and concepts through guided instruction and fill-in notes. Next, they complete a “Culture Survey” to reflect on their own cultural identity. Finally, students design “Martian” cultural landscapes as a creative way to demonstrate their understanding.
This dual-language version follows the same engaging structure and student-friendly format as the original lesson, with added Spanish-language support for classrooms that need materials in both languages.
Skills Covered:
- Understanding the concept of culture
- Identifying cultural traits in different societies
- Applying cultural concepts through creative expression
- Reflecting on personal cultural identity
Perfect For:
- Dual-language social studies classrooms
- Bilingual geography or world cultures units
- Spanish immersion programs
- ESL/ELL culture lessons
Aligned with Social Studies Standards:
- CCSS, TEKS, ELPS & NCSS
Total Pages: 62
Time: 90 Minutes
Grades: 5-12