Latin America’s wonders
Our Verano Latino has been so much fun! However, during this summer season (almost ending) and the weather changing from sunny days to rainy days, some other changes came along and Denet, our favorite latina teacher, had to go back home to Mexico for a while but we’re sure she’ll be back soon!
But at least we had a chance to learn together about two new amazing countries and dances!
Machu Pichu, located in Peru, is a 15th-century Inca citadel situated on a mountain ridge 2,430 metres (7,970 ft) above sea level and in 2007, was voted one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in a worldwide Internet poll. It is a wonder for sure, so we worked very hard to imitate Machu Pichu and its mountains.
After our big journey into the wonders of Machu Pichu, we went a bit further into the Amazon River in Brazil, to see how it extends across the countries of Peru, Colombia, Brazil, Ecuador in the form of a big snake.
But not all the classes were history, maps and different countries every day…this time, we went back to Venezuela to learn a traditional dance called: “Sebucan” in which dancers perform circle dances around a tall pole with colorful ribbons attached. Ideally, the dances intertwine their ribbons either in a web around the pole or plait it to the pole, itself but it was a big challenge and honestly, it was so much fun that we all danced…and no one took a picture! So here’s a traditional photo and a “Sebucan pole” close for those who don’t know about this beautiful dance.
We’re all missing Denet already, and our season finale was meant to be all about dancing and being happy (it’s also is Denet’s favorite activity), so we will be honoring her with some Murga, Merengue and Tango dance! Join us Wed Aug 17, 24 & 31.
