Celebrations lotería game

Phase 1: Introduction, Prior Knowledge, Problem Identification

1 week (2 sessions of 45 min each)

• Discuss Mexican celebrations (e.g., Día de los Muertos, Independence Day, Christmas, Cinco de Mayo).
• Use pictures, stories, and music to activate prior knowledge.
• Present the problem: "How can we learn about celebrations and make our own game?"

• Connect prior knowledge with new content.
• Identify students' understanding of celebrations.
• Introduce the project context.

Use visual aids, stories, and songs suitable for diverse learners.<br>Ensure inclusive examples representing different cultural backgrounds and gender roles.

Phase 2: Inquiry Questions, Initial Explanation

1 week (2 sessions of 45 min each)

• Pose questions: "What celebrations do you know?", "What images or symbols are related to these celebrations?"
• Group discussion and brainstorming.
• Teacher provides initial explanations about the symbols and traditions of Mexican celebrations.

• Stimulate curiosity and critical thinking.
• Clarify concepts about traditions and symbols.
• Encourage student questioning.

Use collaborative discussion, visual supports, and adaptable language to support all learners.

Phase 3: Conclusions related to the general problem

1 week (2 sessions of 45 min each)

• Summarize what has been learned.
• Create a mind map or drawing about Mexican celebrations.
• Reflect on the importance of these celebrations in Mexican culture.

• Consolidate knowledge.
• Develop intercultural awareness and appreciation.
• Foster respect for diversity.

Use inclusive language and diverse cultural representations. Provide options for visual, verbal, or kinesthetic expression.

Phase 4: Design and Construction of a Proposal, Evaluation and Dissemination

2 weeks (4 sessions of 45 min each)

• Students select celebrations to include in their loto.
• Draw or craft images representing each celebration.
• Design their own loto cards.
• Play the loto game in class.
• Present their loto game to peers and families.

• Apply knowledge creatively.
• Develop arts and aesthetic skills.
• Promote gender equality and inclusion in content.
• Foster teamwork and presentation skills.

Use diverse materials, encourage collaborative work, and ensure all students participate equally. Include prompts to reflect on gender roles and cultural diversity.

Activation of prior knowledge

Show pictures and music of Mexican celebrations; discuss students' experiences.

45 min

Engage students and connect to familiar concepts.

Visual supports for visual learners; simplified language for diverse levels.

Problem presentation

Present the challenge: creating a traditional loto game about celebrations.

15 min

Motivate students and set project goals.

Use storytelling and examples to make it engaging.

Questioning and discussion

Students share their knowledge; teacher guides with questions like "What symbols do you see?"

45 min

Stimulate curiosity and critical thinking.

Use visual aids; encourage participation from shy students.

Teacher’s explanation

Brief explanations about the significance of symbols and traditions.

15 min

Clarify concepts and deepen understanding.

Use stories, videos, or role-playing to make it accessible.

Create mind maps or drawings

Students illustrate or draw what they learned about Mexican celebrations.

45 min

Reinforce knowledge; encourage artistic expression.

Provide drawing templates or assistive tools as needed.

Group reflection

Discuss the importance of traditions and intercultural diversity.

15 min

Build intercultural awareness.

Include diverse cultural examples and promote respect.

Selection and drawing of symbols

Students choose celebrations and draw symbols/icons.

45 min

Develop artistic and cultural understanding.

Use tactile materials for sensory learners; support with templates.

Design of loto cards

Create loto cards with images; organize play.

45 min

Apply learning creatively; develop fine motor skills.

Use large images, pre-cut cards, or digital tools if available.

Playing the loto game

Group play, encouraging inclusion and teamwork.

45 min

Reinforce knowledge through fun activity.

Adapt rules as needed; ensure all students participate equally.

Presentation and reflection

Students share their loto game; reflect on the learning process.

45 min

Disseminate learning; foster pride and intercultural respect.

Use oral presentations, drawings, or digital slides, accommodating different skills.

Inclusion

Use diverse cultural symbols, materials, and language

Visual aids, tactile resources, support for diverse learners

All students feel represented and valued.

Critical Interculturality

Discuss the significance of traditions across cultures, promote respect

Group discussions, reflections

Appreciation of diversity and intercultural understanding.

Arts and Aesthetic Experiences

Drawing, crafting loto symbols, designing cards

Artistic activities

Development of aesthetic skills and cultural expression.

Gender Equality

Highlight roles of both men and women in traditions; include varied cultural representations

Inclusive language, diverse examples

Promote equality and respect for all genders.

Critical Thinking

Questioning about symbols and traditions

Analyzing cultural symbols and their meanings

Creativity

Designing loto cards and game

Expressing cultural understanding through arts

Collaboration

Working in teams to create and play the game

Developing teamwork and communication skills

Communication

Presenting their loto game

Sharing knowledge effectively

Cultural Awareness

Learning about Mexican celebrations

Fostering intercultural respect in daily life

Formative

Observation during discussions, drawings, and group work

Participation, creativity, inclusion

Observation checklists, anecdotal notes

Summative

Final loto game presentation and reflection

Understanding of celebrations, artistic expression, intercultural respect

Rubrics, self-assessment sheets, peer feedback