My child listened to A Hip Hop Anthology of Hawaiian History. Had class discussion about each song which included hawaiian cultural scientific history, ancient food systems and hawaiian language

Art

• The activity introduced the student to the art of storytelling through music and cultural expression.
• They learned about the visual elements of Hawaiian history and culture through the album cover and song visuals.

English Language Arts

• Engaged in active listening and critical thinking while analyzing the lyrics and themes of the songs.
• Explored the use of language and symbolism in the music to understand Hawaiian history and cultural traditions.

History

• Gained insight into significant events and themes of Hawaiian history through the songs and class discussions.
• Explored the cultural and scientific aspects of Hawaiian history, including ancient food systems.

Foreign Language

• Exposed to Hawaiian language and pronunciation through the lyrics and spoken words in the songs.

For continued development, students can be encouraged to create their own artistic responses to the music, such as visual art inspired by the songs, or creative writing pieces that reflect their understanding of Hawaiian history and cultural significance.

Book Recommendations

• Kaiulani: The People's Princess, Hawaii, 1889 by Ellen Emerson White: A historical fiction novel set in Hawaii during the late 19th century, providing a glimpse into Hawaiian history and culture.
• The Legends and Myths of Hawaii: The Fables and Folklore of a Strange People by David Kalakaua: A collection of traditional Hawaiian legends and myths, offering insight into the cultural and storytelling traditions of Hawaii.
• Hawaiian Legends of the Guardian Spirits by Caren Loebel-Fried: This illustrated book explores Hawaiian legends and the spiritual connections to nature, complementing the cultural themes from the activity.