Culture in the United States and Ourselves

Hi All,

As we continue our cultural studies, here's where we are:

8TH GRADE
Last week, we refreshed our memories of the definition of CULTURE as: "The way of life of people who share similar customs and beliefs." We also reminded ourselves that the eight traits of culture are: Language, Arts, Religion, Government, Economy, Social Groups, History, and Daily Life. You each identified - and shared - three examples of each cultural trait related to the United States' culture. We will add these to the list from the 7th grade to compile a collection of our perceptions of culture in the U.S.

In class today, we completed the "MY CULTURE" worksheet on the most meaningful and relevant examples of cultural traits in your life.

NO HOMEWORK TONIGHT.

7TH GRADE
Last Friday, we defined CULTURE as: "The way of life of people who share similar customs and beliefs." We also began looking at the eight traits of culture: Language, Arts, Religion, Government, Economy, Social Groups, History, and Daily Life.

This week, we will be identifying - and sharing - three examples of each cultural trait related to the United States' culture. We will add these to the list from the 8th grade to compile a collection of our perceptions of culture in the U.S.

FOR HOMEWORK, DUE WEDNESDAY, 10/20, COMPLETE THE "CULTURE IN THE UNITED STATES" WORKSHEET.