Winter Holiday Traditions
Learning Objective
I can compare and contrast different winter holidays and traditions.
Lesson Flow
Watch Video
Winter Holidays Around The World || 10 Holidays Around The World || Winter Festivals
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Diwali, known as the festival of lights, involves lighting small clay lamps to symbolize the victory of good over evil.
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On Saint Lucia Day, many girls in Sweden dress up as Lucia brides and bring their families coffee and twisted saffron buns called Lucia cats.
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Kwanzaa celebrates ideals such as family life and unity, and during this holiday, many African Americans decorate their homes with fruits and vegetables.
Practice
10 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Name two winter holidays from different cultures and describe one way they are similar and one way they are different.”
Teacher Guide
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