Winter Holiday Traditions

5th GradeSocial Studies30 min

Learning Objective

I can compare and contrast different winter holidays and traditions.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

8 min

Winter Holidays Around The World || 10 Holidays Around The World || Winter Festivals

Ishan's Story House

Guided Notes

6 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • Diwali, known as the festival of lights, involves lighting small clay lamps to symbolize the victory of good over evil.

  • 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.

  • 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 min

10 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Name two winter holidays from different cultures and describe one way they are similar and one way they are different.

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