Engaging hands-on activities that help students explore slavery and emancipation, East Indian Caribbean cultures, and the role of arts and sports in fostering regional unity and identity.
Slavery in the Caribbean
Picture/Video Inferencing
45 minutes
Students analyze images of Emancipation Day celebrations through guided observation and discussion, building understanding of freedom and its meaning to different people.
Story Mapping
60 minutes
Teams research and create story maps showing how European abolitionists and enslaved Africans contributed to emancipation, then combine findings into a classroom timeline.
Timeline Gaming
50 minutes
Interactive gaming experience using milestone cards and digital tools to sequence major events in the struggle for emancipation, culminating in a physical classroom timeline.
Creative Expression
90 minutes
Students create songs, dances, dramas, or art pieces celebrating Emancipation Day and honoring the contributions of enslaved Africans to their own freedom.
East Indian Caribbean Cultures
Interactive Press Conference
45 minutes
Teacher role-plays as an elderly Indian indentured servant while students conduct a press conference, learning about the indentureship experience through authentic dialogue.
Route Mapping
50 minutes
Students chart sea routes from India to the Caribbean using physical and digital maps, understanding geographical challenges and journey hardships faced by indentured servants.
Cultural Influence Collage
75 minutes
Students research and create visual collages showcasing East Indian cultural influences in Caribbean clothing, food, music, and religious practices, fostering cultural appreciation.
Arts and Sports in the Caribbean
Unity Music Analysis
40 minutes
Students analyze "One Caribbean Nation" by Grantley Ipa Constance, exploring themes of unity and cooperation while discussing the importance of regional collaboration.
Regional Activities Organizer
60 minutes
Groups research regional activities like Cricket, Carnival, and CARIFTA Games using the 5 W's + 1 H framework, then present findings to demonstrate regional cooperation.
Biography Research Project
120 minutes (multiple sessions)
Multi-session project where students research influential Caribbean figures across music, sports, and politics, creating presentations that highlight regional and international impact.
Community Engagement Showcase
2-3 hours (extended event)
Culminating community event where students showcase their learning through performances, demonstrations, and interactions with community members, celebrating Caribbean cultural icons.
