Xmas Tree

 

Christmas in
Mexico and Puerto Rico

A Compare/Contrast Webquest Article

Designed by Rosa I. Rodríguez

 

Introduction  

Task  

Process  

Evaluation  

Conclusion

 


  RESOURCES

 
TASK

As a reporter you are to visit one of these two countries to find out how they celebrate Christmas. It is your task to research and gather all the information you need and report back to your partner to compare and contrast the way these two countries celebrate this holiday. You and your partner will write an article about your comparisons. As reporters it is important that you be accurate. On your quest you will do a research about celebrations, music and traditional dishes.

You are required to:

  • Research
  • Gather information
  • Compare/contrast
  • Summarize
  • Write

 
PROCESS

  1. Once you have been assigned a partner, decide which country you are going to research.
  2. Gather all the information you will need by searching the Resources for Students.
  3. Report back to your partner to discuss the information you have collected.
  4. Summarize both your findings.
  5. Write an article using any newsletter template.

Follow these guidelines:

  • Write a two-page article.
  • Compare and contrast their celebrations, traditional dish(es), and music.
  • Include graphics.


To find out more about other requirements, proceed to EVALUATION.

To begin your research, proceed to RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS .  

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