We decided to attend the Native American Festival at Moundville again this year, though not everyone chose to go. Many had been on our field trip this time last year, and one could be forgiven for concluding that you've been a hundred times if you've been once. The sun came out eventually, but the ground remained fairly soggy all day. Students were fascinated with the intricately-carved designs on knife handles made from deer antlers. We had some good class discussions later about the musical instruments Native Americans still make and play. The flute player spoke to his audience in Muskogee - nobody had to be told he wasn't speaking English!
Moundville 2009
We distributed information about the Fiesta in Birmingham's Linn Park, and two students chose to attend, despite the distance. Lots of dancing in the cold air to Colombian salsa!
Fiesta 2009
Kentuck Festival 2009 was a great first-time activity for at least one Holy Spirit ELL, who received a $10.00 prize for a great 300-word essay about his experiences.
Kentuck 2009
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