Teachers' Workshop: The Maya American Experience & Children’s Literature
Date and time
Location
Benson Latin American Collection, 2nd Floor Conference Room (SRH 1.208)
2300 Red River Street D0800 The University of Texas at Austin Austin, Texas 78712Description
Join us we consider some of the experiences and challenges that first- and second-generation Mayas face in the United States. We will start by exploring various phases of migration and displacement from Guatemala, and how indigenous migrants and refugees have experienced these processes differently than their non-indigenous counterparts.
Through the presentation of a children’s coloring and activity book, we will address the assets and strengths of Maya youth, and share suggestions for being an anti-racist educator and ally.
The workshop will conclude with development of lesson plans and activities to integrate this resource in the classroom.
Workshop led by:
- Giovanni Batz, PhD candidate in the Department of Anthropology, UT Austin
- Floridalma Boj Lopez, PhD candidate in the Department of American Studies and Ethnicity, University of Southern California; member of La Comunidad Ixim
- Zully Analyt Juárez Muñoz, member of La Comunidad Ixim
Attendees will receive:
- Four (4) professional development hours (CPE)
- One free children’s literature book and other curriculum resources
- Refreshments and validated parking
Designed for teachers of grades 3 to 5, but educators of any grade level are welcome. Space is limited and participants chosen on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information please contact Lindsey Engelman at 512.232.2404.
This workshop is part of LLILAS Benson's Latina/o Children's Literature Workshop Series for Teachers.
PARKING
Parking is available in the Manor Parking Garage, which is located around the corner from us. Please tell the parking attendant that you are here for the teacher's workshop and they will let you into the gate without a charge.