January 11, 2016
1st and 3rd grade classes took a trip “Down Under!” The Carrboro Arts Center featured a show called DIDGERIDOO DOWN UNDER, “a unique show that combines Australian music, culture, science, literacy development, puppetry, comedy, character building, anti-bullying and audience participation. The didgeridoo, usually a hollowed-out tree trunk, has been played by Aboriginal Australians for at least 1,500 years, and is known for its otherworldly sound.”
1st graders were excited to make the connection between science and music, and 3rd graders will soon be learning more about Australia as they prepare for TDS’s International Festival in March. Mrs. Bassler helped coordinate the trip, and she will soon take the 4th and 5th grade classes to hear the NC Symphony.
