Habitat for Humanity

As you begin to explore volunteer opportunities , think about the way you would like to make a difference in your community and abroad. Enjoy this video that explains Habitat for Humanity. p.272



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3AV3VDGATk#t=92.521

Landfill Harmonica

Today we begin chapter 8B
A unit on taking care of our community both through the environment and the people we call our neighbors.  Here is a beautiful clip in Spanish that shows a community coming together to help children of this poor area of Paraguay unfold their gifts and talents.  Please watch and be amazed.  Band students you will love this!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJxxdQox7n0

Here is also a TED talk you can watch about the Landfill Harmonica.  Its facisnating and inspiring!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsfOvJEdurk

Molas

Molas

This is a beautiful art form from the Indigenous peoples of Panama a group called the Kuna.  These beautiful designs were originally painted on their bodies but moved to panel placed on peasant tops.



http://www.panart.com/molainfo.htm

for more images
http://bit.ly/moladesigns

Comida Mexicana Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p79bEQQbbWc

This is a video made by Teachers Discovery about Food in Mexico , Enjoy!