Author: Shawnette Brown

Downtown with Mrs. Murals Brown

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The Power of Murals in Peru

In Peru, murals are more than art—they’re storytellers. Across cities like Lima, they reflect cultural identity, blending indigenous roots with modern urban expression. From vibrant chicha styles to ancestral symbols, these public works celebrate heritage and diversity.

Murals also serve as political commentary, addressing issues like violence, injustice, and resistance. They memorialize the past and give voice to marginalized communities.

In neighborhoods like Barranco, walls have become open-air galleries—colorful, bold, and deeply meaningful.

Want to explore them up close?
Check out the Barranco Street Art Tour in Lima:

Dreaming in Education: Countries on My Mind

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What countries do you want to visit?

Being here in Peru has reignited my passion for learning about global education systems. I feel incredibly blessed to have already explored educational practices in Ghana, Belize, Finland, Estonia, and Sweden. Each country has offered new insights and expanded my view of what’s possible in teaching and learning.

But my journey is far from over. I still have a deep desire to continue learning, observing, and connecting. Some countries I’m eager to visit next include:

New Zealand, Australia, Japan, China, South Korea, South Africa, and Ethiopia

And of course, if I ever had the opportunity to explore Antarctica, that would be a once-in-a-lifetime dream.

I’m especially interested in these countries’ approaches to:

Literacy rates and strategies

Robotics

STEM instruction

Special education support

Teacher preparation and development

Education is a global language. Every system has its own story, and I’m committed to listening, learning, and bringing those stories back to my classroom and community.

Learning Curves

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WordPress has been a leap but the choice I selected for my website. I’m still trying to figure my blog posts out and thank you in advance for your patience. This is a reminder to me to show resilience and have a positive attitude when something is new and at times challenging with wifi connectivity now that am in Peru. I’m doing the same thing I’ve told my third graders all year to do. Keep at it! It will all come together and you will learn along the way.