Primary Activities Section includes facts about The Netherlands		An integrated curriculum approach for a visit to the miniature village
		Curriculum Connection Notes:
			History 17th Century Dutch Imperialism - taking a look at the architectural styles that reflected wealth and prosperity. World War II - Anne Frank - students could get an idea of what Amsterdam looks like as a setting for war stories. Public History Preservation of Heritage Festivals Heritage Tourism Economics / Marketing Tourism in Iowa - Students will take a look at the miniature village, the windmill and other aspects of our Dutch community in a study of successfully marketing heritage. Students could develop a marketing plan for the miniature city's Chamber of Commerce / Convention and Visitor's Bureau. A Visit from Sinterklaas Goal: Students will learn about the Dutch custom of Sinterklaas in early December. Iowa History Elements of the Miniature Dutch Village echoed in the community of Pella Other themes: Communities, Ethnic Communities, Settlement of Iowa, Neighborhoods
			Gulliver's Travels
		Extra Curricular Classes
			Art Students will explore the Dutch architectural styles represented in books, in paintings, and in the miniature village. Special attention will be given to Dutch gables and building styles. Students will be asked to sketch one building while they are in the village. Dutch artists Anton Pieck and Johannes Vermeer may be incorporated into this study. Industrial Arts Students will be given the opportunity to create their own miniatures. Home Economics Students may learn about changes in dress from the 1870's to today in The Netherlands and in the United States. Students might even try to make their own designs for the future incorporating elements from the past. Music Students will look at tradition Dutch folk music including the music of the street organ represented in the miniature village.