After discovering how these symbols still appear throughout Puerto Rico today, the second graders focused on the batey, a special circle of stones where Taínos would gather for games, ceremonies, and community events. Inspired by this, they recreated their very own batey and invited first graders to step into history.

In an engaging mix of installation, museum, and performance — all in Spanish — the second graders became teachers, explaining the meanings behind the petroglyphs and the importance of the batey. They even crafted their own petroglyphs using beans and decorated them with markers, all with a beautiful nature theme.

To wrap up the experience, the second graders quizzed their younger peers and led them on a fun petroglyph scavenger hunt! It was an unforgettable day when history came alive, and students learned the power of sharing knowledge across grades. ¡Qué divertido!