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Kristina Peters on 08 Oct 11Smithsonian Folkways introduces cultures from around the world through the language of music. Folkways is the nonprofit record label of the Smithsonian created to capture music "of the people, by the people, for the people". The Tools for Teaching dropdown menu allows educators to find lessons, workshops, and more. The lessons are pinpointed on a map and can be selected specifically by region. The lessons vary for grade levels, but are primarily designed for 3rd and up. Students begin learning about world history and specific countries in 6th grade. Smithsonian Folkways would allow students to understand the culture in which they are studying through another viewpoint and language - music.