|Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute||Home| Harriet J. Bauman The
different ethnic groups and their contributions to the mosaic of
American life are fascinating to study. As a French teacher, I
enjoy learning about French Americans, their history and
culture. The French Americans are descendants of French
explorers and settlers who were resilient and creative in
adapting to their new environ-ment, and, in adapting their new
environment to their way of life. They took advantage of natural
resources, in particular, to establish their claim to certain
areas of the New World. This unit focuses on the French Creoles
of Louisiana, their history, holidays and customs, music, dress,
food, and language. Creole life today will be mentioned as
evidence of the Creoles’ tenacity and interest in holding on to
their heritage. This five week unit is designed for French
classes levels II, III, IV. In addition, it can be used in an
American History class, an American Literature class, and a
visual arts, drama, or creative writin