Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Mote!

Guest post from Mote Ambassador Leader R. Erin Comninaki, Special Education Teacher and Instructional Coach.‍

Why a Recipe Book?

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions and cultures of Hispanic and Latinx communities. Food is a universal language and an integral part of any culture. What better way to bring that celebration into your classroom than creating an interactive recipe book using Mote? Each recipe carries a story, tradition, or memory, making this activity rich in flavors and cultural understanding. This project is a fantastic opportunity for Spanish classes and multilingual students who can communicate in Spanish or English. 🗣️

How to Use Mote for This Project

Mote is an incredible tool that allows you to add voice notes to Google Docs, Slides, and more, making your content interactive and engaging.

How To Make a Recipe Book:

1. Recipe Selection: Have your students pick a recipe that holds significance to their Hispanic or Latinx background.
2. Document the Recipe: Students can write the recipe in a Google Doc, breaking down the ingredients, instructions, and other tips.
3. Add a Personal Touch with Mote: Using Mote, students can add voice notes to their recipes. These could explain why they chose this particular recipe, its historical background, and its meaning to them and their families.
4. Language Choice: Students can record their Mote voice notes in English or Spanish, providing an excellent opportunity for language practice!
5. Compile the Book: Combine all the recipes into one Google Doc or Slide presentation, each featuring its unique Mote voice note.
6. Share and Celebrate: Share the interactive recipe book with the class, the school, or the community!

The Benefits

Not only does this project celebrate diversity and inclusion, but it also fosters skills in research, language, and public speaking. Plus, using Mote's voice notes adds a level of personalization that written words alone can't capture. Your students will treasure this interactive recipe book as a keepsake of their unique heritage and the shared experience of creating it.

So bring the spirit of Hispanic Heritage Month into your classroom with this delightful and educational Mote project! 🌮📚
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