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Christmas Learning Activities for the Classroom December 07 2011, 2 Comments

The celebration of Christmas provides students the opportunity to practice concepts and skills in the context of the season, increasing the chance of engagement in the classroom. These Christmas-themed activities encourage students to use skills in reading, writing and social studies while having some fun at the same time!

1. Lead your students in a study of diversity with Christmas Around the World, combining Social Studies, Reading, Writing, Speaking and Technology activities along with a printable packet and process grid that's ready to use.

2. As kids grow more restless and excited due to the Christmas season, use these Christmas Games for the Classroom, including Mad-Libs, Bingo and Group Building Games!

3. Incorporate a readers-theater style exploration with this Classroom Holiday Puppet Theater idea that includes scripts for download.

4. Plan ahead for the upcoming vacation with Homework Ideas for Christmas Break and provide fun Christmas-themed activities that allow students to build their skills.

 


Christmas Around the World December 04 2009, 0 Comments

Broaden your students' appreciation of the Christmas season by helping them compare and contrast Christmas traditions from other parts of the world. Included is a process grid to help your class organize information, as well as suggested activities that go along with it!