1. Do Now Complete the Do Now.
When complete, get out your materials and wait quietly for it to be picked up.

2. Grade 8 Louisiana History Estelle School
Louisiana Festivals
Grade 8 Louisiana History
Estelle School

3. Key Terms
Festivals
Seasonal

4. Objectives
Construct a chart or diagram to display geographical information in an organized way
Describe the causes and effects of cultural diffusion and effects of cultural diversity in Louisiana
Describe the contributions of ethnic groups significant in Louisiana history
Explain cultural elements that have shaped Louisiana’s state heritage (e.g., festivals, music, dance, food, languages)

5. Louisiana Festivals Go to the following website:
m/louisiana/festivals/Fest_home.htm
Using the worksheet, go through each of the festivals, read the descriptions, and complete the chart.

6. Louisiana Festivals
Create your own t-shirt for a festival of your choice using the chart you just completed. Make sure the t-shirt incorporates the ethnic, cultural, and environmental influences on that festival and the people living in that area of Louisiana
Place the worksheet in your portfolio

7. Activity
Answer the following questions on a sheet of loose leaf and place it in your portfolio
What was the main purpose for the first fall festivals?
Give two examples of Louisiana festivals that celebrate connections with other cultures.
What are two festivals that celebrate a holiday?
What is an example of a festival that honors a specific ethnic group?
Name two kinds of Louisiana music featured at festivals.
What is the religious purpose of Mardi Gras?