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inquiry research project anita wines esl pedagogy methodology and materials for pre-k through 12 september 23 2009

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what do i want to know about russia?

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the mare the firebird and the golden ring the mare the firebird and the golden ring retold and illustrated by ruth sanderson 2001 published by ruth sanderson printed in singapore isbn 0-31676906-1 summary this story is based on elements from a number of traditional russian fairy tales including the firebird the horse of power and vasilissa this is the story of a young huntsman who is helped by a golden mare when he tries to perform the seemingly impossible feats commanded by the tsar after completing all the tasks the huntsman is finally vindicated this book was chosen for two reasons it is in the knox county reading textbook for fifth grade there is a high population of russian immigrants in knox county this inquiry is designed to research russian culture in the areas of recreation religion holidays schools family life and public life.

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how can i find out about russia?

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i can research russia by looking here:

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this is what i discovered about russia russians enjoy and excel at many sports including hockey soccer and gymnastics they enjoy american movies and music after the fall of communism shopping has become a favored pastime new years and christmas are the two main holidays christmas is celebrated on january 7th however they celebrate many other of our holidays except thanksgiving christianity is the main religion practiced through the russian orthodox church with the exception of the ceremony language it is practiced the same as it was in 10th century schools consist of one building for elementary through high school college is free for those who can get in based on grades but some can pay to attend russian citizens desire peace and want to rebuild the society after the fall of communism there are some distinctive class differences and handicapped people are neglected as compared to the us family traditions are very strong and the families stay connected even after children are out of the house.

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