Introduction
LA CASA DE AZULEJOS - UNA LEYENDA MEXICANA
By : Dr. Arriaga
LOS AZULEJOS Mexico inherited from Spain the use of Ceramic tiles in the interior of homes and buildings. Spain, in turn, inherited the style from the Moors during their control of the Iberian Peninsula. Tiles are both decorative and functional: the smooth surface is easy to keep clean and remains cool in a warm environment such as that of Spain.
Throughout this Webquest, you will learn about "La Casa de Azulejos," which will explain a little about Mexican History and Culture. You will also practice your Spanish language skills.
While you are getting ready to read and listen to Spanish, take a moment to watch this short video that an American Traveler posted on Youtube.
Task
For this activity, you will read in Spanish and English. You will also listen to the pronunciation of new/difficult words that will support your pronunciation learning. Additionally, you will answer some comprehension questions and do a little research about "La Casa de Azulejos."
Take the task seriously, as Mexican people take their culture and country.
Process
1. Read : "Una Leyenda Mexicana: La Casa de Azulejos".
2. Open a Google Doc and title it : La Casa de Azulejos. Save it into your Spanish folder. Every written activity of this Webquest will be recorded in your Doc.
3. Listen to the recording: La Casa de Azulejos & record any NEW or DIFFICULT word that you learned through the text.
4. Answer the reading comprehension questions below.
QUESTIONS:
A. How would you describe Mr. Conde de Valle's son?
B. What does Mr. Conde de Valle's son do every day?
C. What is Mr. Conde de Valle's opinion about his son's behavior?
D. What does the son do to make his dad happy?
E. In your opinion, what is the influence of a father on a son? How can you relate your opinion to the legend?
F. Is it easy for a child to follow their parent's advice? Why?
5. Visit the following two sites and read the information:
b. The legend behind the Casa de los Azulejos
6. Do additional online research and find a story or legend similar to the "Casa de Azulejos.
7. Compare both stories by creating a Venn Diagram.
Evaluation
| 1. |
YES NO |
Did I read the text: "Una Leyenda Mexicana: La Casa de Azulejos"? |
| 2. |
YES NO |
Did I open and save in my Spanish folder a Google Doc titled La Casa de Azulejos? |
| 3. |
YES NO |
Did I listen to the the recording: La Casa de Azulejos? |
| 4. |
YES NO |
Did I write every NEW or DIFFICULT word that you learned through the text? |
| 5. |
YES NO |
Did I answer all the reading comprehension questions? |
| 6. |
YES NO |
Did I visit the websites requested? |
| 7. |
YES NO |
Did I offer a cultural comparison by doing research on a similar legend/story? |
| 8. |
YES NO |
Did I offer a cultural comparison by creating a Venn Diagram of a similar legend/story? |