3rd Grade Enjoys Project-Based Learning with Louisiana Flair

Only in Louisiana!
The Christmas trees are adorned with Tabasco, black bear and Blue Dog ornaments.
Eight year olds know that 1-2-3, 1-2-3, 1-2-3 is the Cajun waltz.
Frog legs, boudin balls and crawfish pie are on the menu.

Episcopal third graders recently studied and celebrated everything that is uniquely Louisiana.  The project-based learning activity included trips to the Rural Life Museum, the Old State Capitol and the Knock Knock Children’s Museum.  A range of cultural experts also shared their expertise on everything from Cajun dancing and cultivating Louisiana produce to jazz, blues and art.  

Ultimately, students gained a wealth of knowledge about the state that we call home, from the river that runs through the red stick to the meaning behind Mardi Gras colors.  They shared that knowledge with parents and visitors during the Louisiana Expo Day this week.  The audience enjoyed a performance by the students followed by a dance lesson at the Cajun Dance Hall (Mrs. Bilskie’s room), snacks at the Cajun Café (Mrs. Pesson’s room) and Art on the Bayou (Mrs. Arceneaux’s room) where they learned to draw Blue Dog.

​In a fashion that’s truly representative of the Bayou State, students were proud and eager to welcome visitors to their space.  They were enthusiastic in serving food and even comfortable dancing.  With all that Louisiana has to offer, the spirit and sense of family and community among its people are perhaps the true takeaway.  #strongeruKnighted