Project Activities

First Bridge — I Am You

Students share information about themselves, their families, their schools, daily routines, and important events that have shaped their lives and their hopes for the future.

Second Bridge — We Are One Human Family

Participants research information on their partners' country and customs and send their projects to them over the Internet. They then engage in a discussion focused on accuracy, misconceptions, stereotypes and truth.

Third Bridge — We Are More Alike Than Different

Students discuss, then exchange information on the elements that go into organizing a celebration — traditions, favorite recipes, music, poems and games. Participants decide on a common day and time to hold their celebrations then discuss their experiences. Where possible, Internet technology will be utilized in order to celebrate together over time and space.

Fourth Bridge — We Are the World

Participants brainstorm and research concerns in their communities then develop mitigation plans. Students learn the importance of taking the first step and the power of unity.

Fifth Bridge — We See Through Global Eyes

Participants will learn about tolerance by developing a common definition and participating in an activity such as a radio play, video, short story or Power Point presentation involving their partners' experiences with intolerance.

Sixth Bridge — We Are the Future

Students collaborate with their partners to create a children's parable, nursery rhyme, short story or song, then present their story to a group of children. The authors record the event using photographs, video and/or audio tape then exchange the experiences with their partners.