Louisiana Studies, 8th Grade Social Studies Strand: History (Time, Continuity, and Change) Students develop a sense of historical time and historical perspective as they study the history of their community, state, nation, and world. D. Louisiana History Benchmark: H-1D-M6 examining folklore and describing how cultural elements have shaped our state and local heritage. (1, 3, 4) GLE 81. Explain cultural elements that have shaped Louisiana’s heritage (e.g., festivals, music, dance, food, languages) (H-1D-M6)
Helpful links: The miniseries Louisiana: A History by LPB, the state affiliate of PBS.
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The Mardi Gras celebration also addresses this GLE. See also Louisiana Festivals. | |||