En Mis Palabras - In My Own Words

En Mis Palabras is a classic story that every student, no matter what his or her cultural background, can relate to – the adolescent dilemma of finding your own voice, learning who you are – and the adult dilemma of knowing when and how much to let go so that a young adult may safely develop that sense of self. Fully staged with scenery and costumes, En Mis Palabras is scored for four singers, classical guitar and piano and sung in both English and Spanish. A bilingual study resource is provided which explores cultural and family traditions, immigration, and Latino history in Colorado and includes language arts and social studies exercises.

Grade Level: 6-12
Available: Year round
Cost: $650 for one 50 minute performance
Supports Colorado Model Content Standards for music, reading, writing, foreign language and history

“This program started a lot of discussion among the students about family relationships, cultural issues and differences; good things for them to talk about."
- 7th grade teacher, Casey Middle School

Download the study guide in:

English - En Mis Palabras (In My Own Words) (pdf)
Spanish - En Mis Palabras - Guía de estudio (pdf)

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