Nancy Kwan Elementary Lesson Plan
Let's Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month!
Start by reading the entry on Nancy Kwan, an international film star, in the book, Revolutionary Women: 50 Women of Color Who Reinvented the Rules by Ann Shen. Then, expand on the reading with this creative and engaging lesson plan, featuring video resources, a discussion prompt, and fun and creative activities and worksheets. This lesson was designed to be appropriate and accessible for a wide range of elementary-aged learners, from K-6th grades and even beyond.
Included in this lesson
A recommended selection from Revolutionary Women: 50 Women of Color Who Reinvented the Rules by Ann Shen
A recommended video resource
Discussion prompt
Updated Lyrics Creative Writing Activity Page: Watch a video of a Nancy Kwan performance. As you watch, pay attention to the lyrics- do you think some of the lines could/should be updated for the 21st century? When you have finished watching the video, use the handout provided to highlight lines that you think should be changed, and then try your hand at rewriting them in the space provided! This activity is also fun to do collaboratively with a group, which might work better for younger learners!
Nancy's Cheongsam Coloring Page and Discussion Prompt: When Nancy Kwan appeared in a yellow cheongsam, a traditional Chinese dress, on the cover of Life magazine in 1960, she started a nationwide fashion trend. But wearing traditional clothing from other cultures as a fad or as a costume is not a respectful thing to do- it is called cultural appropriation. Watch a related video, then color the picture of Nancy Kwan provided. While you color, discuss what you learned in the video and whether you think Americans wearing cheongsams inspired by Nancy was cultural appropriation or cultural appreciation.
If you like the sound of this lesson, consider checking out the whole unit!
Read Glow Grow: A Celebration of 16 AAPI Women
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Let's Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month!
Start by reading the entry on Nancy Kwan, an international film star, in the book, Revolutionary Women: 50 Women of Color Who Reinvented the Rules by Ann Shen. Then, expand on the reading with this creative and engaging lesson plan, featuring video resources, a discussion prompt, and fun and creative activities and worksheets. This lesson was designed to be appropriate and accessible for a wide range of elementary-aged learners, from K-6th grades and even beyond.
Included in this lesson
A recommended selection from Revolutionary Women: 50 Women of Color Who Reinvented the Rules by Ann Shen
A recommended video resource
Discussion prompt
Updated Lyrics Creative Writing Activity Page: Watch a video of a Nancy Kwan performance. As you watch, pay attention to the lyrics- do you think some of the lines could/should be updated for the 21st century? When you have finished watching the video, use the handout provided to highlight lines that you think should be changed, and then try your hand at rewriting them in the space provided! This activity is also fun to do collaboratively with a group, which might work better for younger learners!
Nancy's Cheongsam Coloring Page and Discussion Prompt: When Nancy Kwan appeared in a yellow cheongsam, a traditional Chinese dress, on the cover of Life magazine in 1960, she started a nationwide fashion trend. But wearing traditional clothing from other cultures as a fad or as a costume is not a respectful thing to do- it is called cultural appropriation. Watch a related video, then color the picture of Nancy Kwan provided. While you color, discuss what you learned in the video and whether you think Americans wearing cheongsams inspired by Nancy was cultural appropriation or cultural appreciation.
If you like the sound of this lesson, consider checking out the whole unit!
Read Glow Grow: A Celebration of 16 AAPI Women
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Let's Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month!
Start by reading the entry on Nancy Kwan, an international film star, in the book, Revolutionary Women: 50 Women of Color Who Reinvented the Rules by Ann Shen. Then, expand on the reading with this creative and engaging lesson plan, featuring video resources, a discussion prompt, and fun and creative activities and worksheets. This lesson was designed to be appropriate and accessible for a wide range of elementary-aged learners, from K-6th grades and even beyond.
Included in this lesson
A recommended selection from Revolutionary Women: 50 Women of Color Who Reinvented the Rules by Ann Shen
A recommended video resource
Discussion prompt
Updated Lyrics Creative Writing Activity Page: Watch a video of a Nancy Kwan performance. As you watch, pay attention to the lyrics- do you think some of the lines could/should be updated for the 21st century? When you have finished watching the video, use the handout provided to highlight lines that you think should be changed, and then try your hand at rewriting them in the space provided! This activity is also fun to do collaboratively with a group, which might work better for younger learners!
Nancy's Cheongsam Coloring Page and Discussion Prompt: When Nancy Kwan appeared in a yellow cheongsam, a traditional Chinese dress, on the cover of Life magazine in 1960, she started a nationwide fashion trend. But wearing traditional clothing from other cultures as a fad or as a costume is not a respectful thing to do- it is called cultural appropriation. Watch a related video, then color the picture of Nancy Kwan provided. While you color, discuss what you learned in the video and whether you think Americans wearing cheongsams inspired by Nancy was cultural appropriation or cultural appreciation.
If you like the sound of this lesson, consider checking out the whole unit!
Read Glow Grow: A Celebration of 16 AAPI Women
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We'd love to hear what you think and see photos of how you used this product! Also, please consider signing up for our newsletter to receive a freebie every month!