Hey!
Family is the topic of this LP. This is for all levels, and reinforces not only their vocabulary of family, but perhaps broadens even their idea of family. At the beginning of the LP, I showed them a video of a prison in Philippines, where the prisoners are, I hope, rehabilitated through the mother of the arts, dance. It is interesting to watch. After showing them the video, I asked of them "what are some other ways we can help people come back in society (paint the walls, drama, band, confessional letters, etc), besides dance?" I want them to see we share a common humanity, and that their tax dollars will one day keep a prison system open... and that not only for the distribution of their money, but also for the welfare for other people, we should concern ourselves with a forgotten people (not, of course, simply applying a sentimental liberalism, justifying all their actions by saying their mom didn't love them enough--which can be true at times, but is no scapegoat at all). Afterwards, I got them to identify the family member and in each photo. The rest of the LP is straight forward. It was a simple lesson plan, and I think the students enjoyed the simplicity and directedness of it. Enjoy.
