Tracing Roots Through Pop Culture
Objective: The objective of this activity is to help students explore their family history while discovering key moments in
Philippine pop culture that influenced their ancestors and family members.
Introduction:
 Let’s gather together and dive into our family history while exploring the vibrant world of Philippine pop culture!
Understanding where we come from can really shape how we see ourselves.
Family Tree Creation:
 You’ll start by filling in a family tree template with what you know about your ancestors—names, picture, birthdays, where
they lived, and any cool stories or achievements.
 If you need more info, you can reach out to your family members for some storytelling time!
Pop Culture Research:
 Now, you get to choose a period, like the funky '70s or the neon '90s, and dig into what was hot in Philippine pop culture
back then. (During the time of your ancestors)
 You’ll find out about the music, movies, TV shows, and other trends that shaped the scene.
Connecting Family History with Pop Culture:
 Time to connect the dots! You’ll share what you learned about pop culture and figure out how it might have influenced your
family.
 Maybe there’s a connection between a family member's career and a famous TV show or song from that era.
Reflection and Discussion:
Let’s chat about what you discovered! Were there any surprises or "aha" moments during your research?
How do we think pop culture impacted your family's traditions or interests over the years?
FAMILY TREE