Puerto Rico: Island of Enchantment

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Make a presentation about Puerto Rico You have been hired by an international travel company to generate public interest in travelling to one of the many Spanish-speaking countries in our world. Your job is to make an infographic or Prezi presentation that will be informative and interesting to prospective travelers. Your visual aid should be creative and eye-catching so that you can create excitement about travelling to the country you have chosen. You will also select a food item that is of cultural significance to the country you choose and bring in for the class to share. Presentation: You will be presenting your project to the board of directors (your classmates) on May 11th/12th. Your classmates will score you on oral presentation, the visual aid (infographic/Prezi), as well as the food you brought to share. (See attached rubric.) Class Time: We will have two class periods allotted to work on this project, but you should also expect to spend time working on this outside of class. Research: You will be given a research form that will guide you in your research. You can use information from your textbook and the Internet to research facts and details. Requirements for the infographic: - The name of your country or region in Spanish (if the spelling is different) - Pictures and/or drawings and captions of a map that shows your country/region location and capital city - Pictures and/or drawings and captions of your country or region’s flag - Pictures and/or drawings and captions of two famous francophone people from your country - Pictures and/or drawings and captions of two famous attractions in your country - Pictures and/or drawings and captions of three famous foods or meals from your country - The paragraph you wrote for research item #13. - Description and recipe for the food item you bring to share with the class. Presentation: When presenting to the class, you will talk about all the information from your research in PowerPoint form (via a visual presentation on the computer). You should add details to make your presentation more informative and interesting to your audience. You will bring an example of food or drink from your selected country to share with the class during your presentation. You should practice your presentation at home and in front of your family or a friend so that you are well-prepared. Deadline to advise Mrs. Licón of countr

This engaging presentation explores Puerto Rico, the Isla del Encanto, highlighting its geography and map, national flag, famous Puerto Ricans like Ricky Martin and Roberto Clemente, iconic attractions such as El Yunque Rainforest and Old San Juan, traditional foods including mofongo, arroz con gandules, and piña colada, key travel facts, and a call to adventure for easy getaways from the United States.

May 5, 202617 slides

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Slide 1 - ¡Puerto Rico! Isla del Encanto

¡Puerto Rico! Isla del Encanto

Generate Excitement for Your Next Adventure

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Slide 1 - ¡Puerto Rico!
Isla del Encanto

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Slide 2 - Presentation Overview

Location and Map
National Flag
Famous Puerto Ricans
Iconic Attractions
Traditional Foods
Featured Dish: Mofongo
Travel Highlights
Call to Adventure

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Slide 3 - Geography

Puerto Rico's Location

Discover the Isla del Encanto in the Caribbean

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Slide 4 - Puerto Rico Map

U.S. territory in the Caribbean
East of Dominican Republic & Haiti
Capital: San Juan (319,000 residents)
3,515 sq mi of paradise
No passport for U.S. travelers

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Slide 5 - The Flag of Puerto Rico

Inspired by Cuba's flag (inverted colors)
Blue triangle: Caribbean sky and ocean
Single white star: Island of Puerto Rico
Red stripes: blood of brave fighters
White stripes: peace and victory

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Slide 6 - Icons

Famous Puerto Ricans

Global stars from the Island of Enchantment

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Slide 7 - Ricky Martin

Global Pop Icon from San Juan
Hit: Livin' La Vida Loca (1999)
4 Grammy Awards, 30+ Latin Grammys
UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
Openly advocates for LGBTQ+ rights

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Source: Wikipedia

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Slide 8 - Roberto Clemente

MLB Hall of Famer (1973)
3000 hits, 12 Gold Gloves
Humanitarian: Died aiding Nicaragua earthquake (1972)
First Latino in Pirates Hall of Fame
Puerto Rican national hero

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Source: Wikipedia

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Slide 9 - Attractions

Iconic Attractions

Breathtaking destinations awaiting you

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Slide 10 - El Yunque Rainforest

Only tropical rainforest in U.S. National Forest System
28,000 acres near San Juan
200+ tree species, rare wildlife
Hiking trails, La Mina Falls
Sacred to Taíno indigenous people

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Source: Wikipedia

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Slide 11 - Old San Juan

UNESCO World Heritage Site
Founded 1521, oldest city under U.S. flag
Castillo San Felipe del Morro fortress
Colorful casas, street art
Lively nightlife & cuisine

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Source: Wikipedia

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Slide 12 - Cuisine

Famous Foods

Taste the heart of Puerto Rico

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Slide 13 - Three Iconic Dishes

🍌 Mofongo Fried green plantains mashed with garlic, pork rinds, and chicharrón; topped with meat or seafood stew.

🍚 Arroz con Gandules Puerto Rico's national dish: rice cooked with pigeon peas, sofrito, pork, and adobo seasoning.

🥥 Piña Colada Invented in San Juan (1954): rum, coconut cream, pineapple juice – official drink!

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Slide 14 - Featured: Mofongo

Cultural staple: Taíno & African roots
Ingredients: Green plantains, garlic, pork rinds, olive oil, protein topping
Recipe: 1. Fry plantains 2. Mash with garlic/salt 3. Form balls 4. Top with sauce/meat
Serves 4 | Prep: 30 min | Calories: ~400 per serving
¡Buen provecho! Bring to class to share

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