The Arts in Our Lives

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The Arts in Our Lives

Exploring storytelling, music, and games in Colombia.

The Arts in Our Lives
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Lesson Goals

  • Discuss art, music, stories, and games in Colombia.
  • Share personal opinions and feelings about arts.
  • Practice conversational English in a relaxed setting.
Lesson Goals
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Key Vocabulary

  • Inspire: To fill someone with the urge to do something.
  • Influences: The effect of one thing on another.
  • Fascinated: Extremely interested in something.
  • Moved by: Emotionally affected by something.
Key Vocabulary
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Vocabulary in Context

  • Music can inspire people to create or change.
  • Culture influences the types of art we enjoy.
  • I am fascinated by stories from different cultures.
  • I am moved by music that connects with my emotions.
Vocabulary in Context
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Storytelling in Colombia

  • Stories are shared within families and communities.
  • Traditional storytelling preserves cultural heritage.
  • Stories help us understand our identity and history.
Storytelling in Colombia
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Conversation: Storytelling

  • Discuss who influenced the stories you know.
  • Share if any stories have fascinated you.
  • Talk about stories from your family that moved you.
Conversation: Storytelling
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Music in Colombia

  • Vallenato: Traditional folk music with accordion.
  • Cumbia: Rhythmic dance music with African roots.
  • Champeta: Urban music with Caribbean influences.
Music in Colombia
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Conversation: Music

  • Ask what music inspires your partner.
  • Discuss which artist influences them the most.
  • Share if a song has ever moved you emotionally.
Conversation: Music
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Games as Art

  • Games tell stories and bring people together.
  • Traditional games reflect cultural values.
  • Games can influence modern art and media.
Games as Art
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Conclusion & Reflection

  • Reflect on what inspired you today.
  • Share what fascinated you during the lesson.
  • Discuss what moved you emotionally.
Conclusion & Reflection
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