Selena series: Episode 1 Dream

​Exploring Latino Culture through "Selena: The Series"

By Mitchell Jordan

Objectives

• Cultural awareness: Gain insight into Tejano music and Mexican American experience.

• Language Skills: Enhance listening comprehension through bilingual dialogue.

• Critical thinking: Analyze themes of family, identity and perseverence.

Open Ended

Que sabes de Selena Quintanilla?

Open Ended

Porque crees que la familia es importante en la cultura Latina?

Open Ended

Que es la musica Tejana? La has escuchado antes?

Episode 1: Daydream

Amid financial strife, Abraham Quintanilla prioritizes his 8 year old daughter Selena's musical talent and has her start a band with her siblings

Exit Ticket!

1. One thing I learned today. (It could be about Selena's life, music, or Latino culture from episode 1)

2. One question I still have. (It could be abut Selena's life, the music, or something you want to know more about)

3. One connection I made. (Think about family, dreams, culture, or challanges)