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RIVER CURRICULUM:
WHAT
IS IT?
The language arts strand
of The River curriculum contains over 30 activities. These are
arranged contextually, rather than
sequentially. This order is intended as a metaphor for the
natural flow (meanderings, currents,
rapids, shallows, etc.) of a river. Each
class, in accordance with its particular
composition and interests, will use the
language arts strand differently.
WHY WAS IT DEVELOPED?
The language arts strand was created as an
engaging way of getting to know
the Rio Grande
River system. We hope that it will
stimulate students to frame their knowledge
and experience in creative ways.
WHAT IS THE PROGRESSION BETWEEN SECTIONS?
The sections of the language arts strand represent
a flexible progression through thought and
experience. Part #1 ("This is My River") evokes expressions of the learner's personal experience of the river.
Part #2 ("Exploring the River") is a creative investigation of the physical characteristics of the river and its
inhabitants. Part #3 ("River Stories") contains stories of river peoples and their cultures—it brings the community into the classroom, and the classroom into the community.
WHAT
DOES THE LANGUAGE ARTS CURRICULUM OFFER OUR
STUDENTS?
Knowledge of the Rio Grande river
system
Opportunities for personal
expression
Skill-building
with emphasis on language arts and
art
Experience
of the interdependency of various
life forms and river communities
Quiet, contemplative learning
experiences
Suggested field trips to the river
Interactive bridges between
classroom and community |
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