Jamaican Proverbs For Children + Activities

Jamaican Proverbs For Children + Activities
Author: Cornelia Walters-Jones
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-08-26
Genre: Education
ISBN:

"Jamaican Proverbs for Children + Activities," a collection designed to introduce young learners to the wisdom and cultural richness of Jamaican proverbs. This book offers a series of engaging prompts and activities that help children explore meaningful themes, drawing connections between timeless sayings and everyday experiences. Each activity in this collection is crafted to deepen understanding of Jamaican culture while fostering critical thinking and emotional growth. From writing stories that illustrate the importance of patience and perseverance to drawing scenes that capture the essence of human kindness and resilience, this book is a treasure trove of lessons that are both educational and culturally enriching. In "Jamaican Proverbs for Children + Activities," you will find activities such as: "The Depths Within" A story-writing prompt that uses the proverb "It is only when you are closely involved with some persons that you are able to really know them" to teach the importance of empathy and deeper understanding. "Baxter's Bone Bonanza" An illustration and reflection activity based on the idea of moderation, inspired by the saying "Take just what you can comfortably manage, rather than attempt to grab everything for yourself." essons from the Art Project" A narrative exercise that helps children learn to accept their mistakes and move forward, drawing from the wisdom of "What's done is done." "Grandpa's Garden Wisdom" A drawing and story-writing activity that connects young readers with the wisdom of older generations, fostering respect and appreciation for lifelong learning through the eyes of Jamaican proverbs. Each chapter begins with a setup that includes the proverb, guiding questions, and a proposed activity that integrates drawing or writing. The book also offers moral reflections to help children and educators discuss and digest the lessons learned from each activity. "Jamaican Proverbs for Children + Activities" is more than just a book; it's a journey into the heart of Jamaican heritage. It's about understanding that each challenge and every mistake is a stepping stone to becoming more thoughtful, resilient, and empathetic individuals. Whether used in the classroom or at home, these activities provide valuable cultural insights in creative and accessible ways, ensuring that the journey of learning is as enjoyable as it is educational. Embark on this culturally enriching journey with us, where each page turns into an opportunity to learn more about the complexities of life and the unique joys of Jamaican culture.

Jamaica's Find

Jamaica's Find
Author: Juanita Havill
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 36
Release: 1986
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780395393765

A little girl finds a stuffed dog in the park and decides to take it home.

Reggae Wisdom: Proverbs in Jamaican Music

Reggae Wisdom: Proverbs in Jamaican Music
Author: Anand Prahlad
Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi
Total Pages: 332
Release: 2001
Genre: Proverbs, Jamaican
ISBN: 9781604736595

In "Reggae Wisdom: Proverbs in Jamaican Music" Swami Anand Prahlad looks at the contexts and origins of these proverbs, using them as a cultural sheet music toward understanding the history of Jamaican culture, Rastafari religion, and the music that isthat culture's worldwide voice.

A Likkle Miss Lou

A Likkle Miss Lou
Author: Nadia Hohn
Publisher: Owlkids
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2019-08-13
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781771473507

A picture book biography of the Jamaican poet Miss Lou

The Pioneers: Second Book of Proverbs and Social Commentary in and of the Songs

The Pioneers: Second Book of Proverbs and Social Commentary in and of the Songs
Author: Inyaso
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2016-08-20
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1365342980

In over 50 years of toiling, the Pioneers Reggae transitioned steadfastly from the Ska era to Rocksteady, and to Reggae and some of its many fusions. The Pioneers' Second Book of Proverbs and Social Commentary and its counterpart, First Book of Proverbs and Social Commentary as well as the book titled Collectively and Individually: The Pioneers Record Sleeves Over the Decades were written to celebrate the Pioneers Reggae Group's musical journey as seen through the eyes of a lifetime fan whose intent is to draw on narrative and content analysis as a methodology to bring the groups' lifeworks to prominence and to remind the world of the great works created by the Pioneers and their important contribution to the reggae music industry.

The Multicultural Dictionary of Proverbs

The Multicultural Dictionary of Proverbs
Author: Harold V. Cordry
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 417
Release: 2015-08-31
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1476607354

All cultures have proverbs that capsulize subjects simply and effectively. Many of these are cross-cultural. For example, according to a Danish proverb, "The greater the fear, the nearer the danger," while a Latin proverb says, "The less there is of fear, the less there is danger." This work includes over 20,000 proverbs from more than 120 languages, nationalities and ethnic groups. The proverbs are arranged under 1,300 headings (e.g., accidents, divided loyalty, marriage, prosperity, shame), and each includes the nationality, group or language in which it originated. Comprehensive keyword and subject indexes allow access to the material in multiple ways.