We all know that
talking about children’s real life experiences and tapping into the knowledge
they already have is a key strategy for working with children in the classroom.
Living overseas gives some of those children experiences and knowledge that we
don’t even have! With this in mind, we thought we would help provide some
background knowledge for teachers on some of the traveled areas around Europe
along with some off the beaten path cities you wouldn’t think to visit. That
way when a child starts talking about taking the elevator all the way to the
top of the tower (Eiffel Tower), we know what they are talking about!
For our first
monthly Teacher Travels, we are
starting close to home and visiting the oldest city in Germany, Trier. Trier is
located on the banks of the Mosel River and was part of the Roman Empire. Its
major point of interest is the Porta Nigra or Black Gate built in the 4th
century. It is in amazingly good condition and you can walk through the arch to
enter the walking area of the city. (It is very cool to actually touch
something so old!) Other Roman sights are the Trier Cathedral, where the Holy
Tunic is housed, Roman bath ruins, and the Constantine Basilica. Some museums
include the Karl Marx House and the Toy Museum of Trier. Trier’s walk platz or
walking area has lots of shops, restaurants of all types of foods (Yes, they
have a McDonald’s.) and an open flower market. Trier is one of our favorite
places to visit and a must see when friends/family are visiting.
Pictures of Trier,
Germany
Pictures by Ms. S
Art & Other Activities:
iMovie by K kids on living in Germany
iMovie by K kids on living in Germany
Art work by Ms. G's class
Videos of Trier:
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