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Honor family traditions with a instructional activity that examines the variety of winter celebrations. Class members discuss their family's traditions then complete a cut-and-paste practice page in which they match a picture to the name of a holiday. Holidays in focus include Christmas, Hanukka, Kwanza, and Ramadan.
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Concepts
family traditions, family, traditions, social-emotional learning, emotional development, social development, respect, winter, Holidays, winter holidays, christmas traditions, cultural traditions, holiday celebrations, christmas, kwanzaa, hanukkah, ramadan, social awareness, differences, similarities and differences
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Instructional Ideas
- If worksheets are copied in black and white, encourage early finishers to add color with crayons, markers, or colored pencils
- Draw lines on the worksheet to guide learners while cutting the worksheet's pictures
- Invite family members to speak to the class about their holiday traditions
Classroom Considerations
- Take into account pupils that do not celebrate winter holidays
- The lesson is the second of three that focus on social awareness
- A counselor or classroom teacher can conduct the lesson
Pros
- The worksheet's pictures are bright and engaging
- The lesson celebrates diversity
Cons
- None