I have just returned from a whirlwind tour of 4 Spanish-speaking countries. During my visits I learned more first-hand knowledge about many of the topics I teach to your children. I visited a sloth sanctuary in Costa Rica where I got to meet 5 of the sloths that they are currently working with to re-introduce into the wild.
This guy's name is Elvis. Here is the link to the wonderful organization that runs the sanctuary: http://www.costaricasanctuary.org/home.html
In Mexico I got to see the Tulum Mayan ruins, some Mayans dressed in traditional ceremonial clothing and some "voladores" or Sundancers.
And in Panamá I was able to watch several ships pass through the Gatun locks. It was fascinating to see the ships rise and lower with the water levels in order to move through the locks.
I also visited Cartagena, Colombia. That was my first time on the continent of South America. There I saw a Spanish fort or "old town". The architecture was beautiful.
I am looking forward to sharing all of my adventures with my students in upcoming lessons.
