Assignment Information:
You will embark on a journey that will take you South of the Border to Mexico, Central America, and South America.  The following is a brief itenerary or guide to help you follow along and stay focused on your expedition. Begin by reading about and researching your country. Each group is responsible for having the required topic areas fully researched.  These topic areas are listed on the attached sheets. Each person in the group must perform an equal part in gathering research facts to share with your partners. The attached sheets will be used to record research facts and later turned in for evaluation.

Postcard poster
You will be asked to create a giant postcard from your country to send to other classmates at Power. Using the research you may decide to describe a bull fight, ancient ruins, food, festIvals, sporting events, occupations, the  culture of the people or
other Ideas not listed. Be sure to use proper postage from your  country. Your postcard should show evidence of research and team collaboration.

You will find several general books and travel guides on many of the Latin American countries that can be checked out.  Ask the librarians to show you how you can use InfoTrac Seacrchbank, our online database of periodical articles.  There will be many articles on these countries.  This can also be accessed from home with a MetroNet account. The Information File may also have pictures and information on sights of interest.