# Lesson Plan: Cultural Diversity
## Grade Level: 2nd Grade
## Subject: Social Studies
## Duration: 60 minutes
### Objective:
- Students will understand the concept of cultural diversity.
- Students will learn about different cultures and appreciate the diversity in their classroom and the world.
- Students will recognize similarities and differences between cultures.
### Materials:
- Storybook: "It's a Small World" by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman or any similar book about cultural diversity.
- World map or globe.
- Photos or artifacts representing various cultures (clothing, foods, instruments, flags, etc.).
- Art supplies (construction paper, markers, crayons, scissors, glue).
- Handout: "All About My Culture" worksheet.
### Common Core Standards:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.2.7: Explain how specific images (e.g., a diagram showing how a machine works) contribute to and clarify a text.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.2.1: Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about grade 2 topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.2.2: Write informative/explanatory texts in which they introduce a topic, use facts and definitions to develop points, and provide a concluding statement or section.
### Procedures:
#### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Engage the Students**:
- Begin by asking students "What is culture?" Encourage them to share their thoughts.
- Read the storybook "It's a Small World" to the class. Emphasize parts that talk about different cultures and traditions.
- Show them the world map or globe and point out where some of the cultures mentioned in the book are located.
#### Guided Activity (15 minutes)
2. **Class Discussion**:
- Discuss what cultural diversity means. Explain that it includes different languages, foods, clothing, traditions, and holidays.
- Show photos or artifacts from various cultures. Let students ask questions and share any experiences they have with different cultures.
#### Independent Activity (20 minutes)
3. **Cultural Diversity Collage**:
- Divide students into small groups and give each group different photos/artifacts to create a "Cultural Diversity Collage."
- Provide construction paper, markers, scissors, and glue.
- Encourage them to label each item in the collage with its cultural origin.
#### Sharing and Group Discussion (10 minutes)
4. **Sharing Time**:
- Have each group present their collage to the class.
- Encourage them to talk about what they learned while creating their collage.
- Discuss how these cultures are different and how they are similar.
#### Wrap-Up (5 minutes)
5. **Reflection**:
- Hand out the "All About My Culture" worksheet for students to take home.
- Ask students to complete it with their families and bring it back the next day. Explain that they will have the opportunity to present their own culture and traditions to the class.
### Assessment:
- Observe student participation during the discussion and activities.
- Evaluate the cultural diversity collages for understanding and creativity.
- Review the "All About My Culture" worksheet for completion and comprehension.
### Extension:
- Plan a "Cultural Day" where students can bring items from home that represent their culture.
- Invite parents or community members to speak about their culture and traditions.
By the end of the lesson, students should have a basic understanding of cultural diversity and an appreciation for the various cultures represented in their classroom and beyond.