Holidays Around the World
12/23/2017
This week, we built on the research we had done during the previous few weeks about the way our families celebrate holidays by studying how different people around the world celebrate holidays. For the most part, there were many similarities and only small differences in the way our families celebrate the season. Students learned this week that there are similarities, but also big differences, when we compare our holidays and celebrations to those celebrated around the world, from different versions of Santa Clause to different traditions caused by weather or culture to different holidays altogether. We learned about Hanukkah and played dreidel, learned about the German Christmas market, and made a nesting doll ornament after learning about holiday celebrations in Russia. Students knew that it is not always cold and snowy for all holidays, but they were surprised that it is not always cold and snowy for Christmas. After learning about the weather in Australia during Christmas time, students crafted their own sandman (instead of a snowman). In India, they celebrate Diwali, which is a festival of lights. After watching a video describing Diwali festivities, we made our own paper lanterns, which I think was a favorite souvenir from our holiday globe trot. The holidays are something very real and meaningful to children, and consequently, they provide an amazing opportunity to delve into other cultures and broaden students' perspectives about the vast world of which they are part. We of course also enjoyed some other holiday fun this week. Our sweet little ones were beyond excited about their shared lego gift. I am excited to see all of their creations when we get back from break. Comments are closed.
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Saania AliMs. Ali graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelors of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies. She specializes in Early Childhood Education, ESL, and Special Education. Her hobbies include traveling, reading, and painting! Archives
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