5th artist: Daddy Yankee
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To learn about our 5th and final artist nominated for the 2010 Latin Grammy, practicing past tense verbs and using music-related vocabulary.
Start with attached do now activity (translations utilizing vocabulary we've been working on).
Students receive attached profile of artist (Ramón "Raymond" Luis Ayala Rodríguez known artistically as Daddy Yankee). In pairs answered questions below.
Identify artist's country on map (Puerto Rico) and define nationality (puertorriqueño).
Students were divided up in groups of 2-3 and each will be putting together a visual display with information about their artist and his/her life. Students randomly chose one of the artists, and divided up responsibilities for homework.
Requisitos (requirements): photo of artist, information about artist's life, nationality, and nomination they've received for this year's Latin Grammy. Students can also add more information about the artist, including a timeline of their life, information about instruments they play, etc.
Tarea (homework): Students are to bring in whatever they were in charge of for the poster, which they will have some time to work with their partner on Thursday.
