Maasai Artisan Shares Traditions & Culture of Her Community: Podcast & Questions

Description

Are you seeking a powerful and fresh resource to bring alive important social studies lessons for your students? People Are Culture’s 12-episode podcast interview series offers insightful and heartfelt personal stories that give students a first-hand perspective on different dimensions of culture. Each interview is conducted by Meg Pier and features a fascinating narrative from a real person on topics as varied as refugees, arts, music, folk art, artisan, dance, crafts, archeology, anthropology, festivals, gardens, cultural heritage, and museums.

Podcasts are becoming popular in the classroom because they engage students in storytelling and provide an accessible and effective way for students to learn. Podcast lessons offer a dynamic and engaging educational tool for the classroom, providing students with an immersive and auditory learning experience. The storytelling format of podcasts captures attention from students which creates a deeper understanding of complex subjects through real-life narratives and personal perspectives. Additionally, podcasts encourage critical thinking and active listening skills. This is the perfect podcast series for teaching cultural lessons inside the classroom.

WHAT’S INSIDE?

• Inspirational podcast story from a Maasai Bead Artisan
• 6 thought-provoking podcast discussion questions
• A podcast summary sheet with 5 questions about Phoebe’s community

In this podcast, Phoebe Lasoi Salau, a Maasai artisan and member of the Olmakau Women’s Beading Cooperative in Kitengela, Kenya, specializes in fine beadwork, a tradition embraced by the Maasai for both special occasions and daily wear since the late 19th century. Operating her shop, Lasoi Maasai Sandals, in Nairobi, Phoebe remains actively involved in the Kitengela community, facing challenges posed by urban expansion and land sales. Engaging in a conversation covering topics from the significance of Maasai attire elements to the impact of beadwork on community traditions, Phoebe’s insights reflect the delicate balance between progress and cultural preservation.

DISCLAIMER: This product refers to FGM (female genital mutilation) several times in the podcast episode. This is a fact of life in certain parts of the world, but please make sure the content of this product is appropriate for your students.

This lesson takes students on a journey, using storytelling to promote engagement, critical thinking, and literacy skills. Buy it now to download a lesson sure to engage your learner!