Proverbs

In this curriculum to promote understanding across generations and cultures, proverbs are used to help youth and older adults become more aware of social and cultural stereotypes and promote tolerance and understanding.

Panela velha e’ que faz comida boa (Portuguese) The old pan is the one that makes good food!!

About the Curriculum

Audience

Youth, ages 12-19
Older adults
Intergenerational audiences

Objectives

Participants will:

Increase understanding of the process of aging
Increase communication with family members
Develop intergenerational relationships
Raise awareness of cultural differences and similarities

Life Skills

Communicating
Caring for others
Thinking and reasoning
Empathizing
Accepting differences

Length

About one hour (or longer, depending on length of discussion)

Format

This curriculum requires a facilitator who presents selected proverbs and engages the participants in discussion and activities related to the theme of the proverb. Discussion points are provided for the facilitator. The curriculum can be used to supplement other programs aimed at promoting intergenerational and multicultural understanding.

Developed by

Matt Kaplan, Associate Professor, Intergenerational Programs and Aging
Patreese Ingram, Associate Professor, Diversity
Claudia Mincemoyer, Assistant Professor, 4-H Curriculum

Revised 8/15/03
© The Pennsylvania State University 2003

Proverbs Curriculum Booklet

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4-H activity book

Proverbs Presentation Slides

PDF document, 163.8 KB

Proverbs Achievement Record

PDF document, 62.0 KB

Poster - What is Age?

PDF document, 325.1 KB

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