University of Florida
Baldwin Library: Christmas in the Olden Time by Sir Walter Scott
This is an online photocopy of the original text of the children's book Christmas in the Olden Time by Sir Walter Scott (1886), a book of illustrated Christmas poems.
University of Florida
Baldwin Library: Little People in Black by D. Lothrop and Company
This is an online photocopy of the original text of the children's book Little People in Black by D. Lothrop and Company (1886). It is a Christmas story using silhouettes.
University of Florida
Baldwin Library: Lischen and the Fairy: Christmas in Germany by Scannell
This is an online photocopy of the original text of the children's book Lischen and the Fairy: Christmas in Germany by Florence & Edith Scannell(1892), a novel about Christmas in Germany in the late 1800s.
University of Florida
Baldwin Library: Our Christmas Party and Other Stories by H. M. Wall
This is an online photocopy of the original text of the children's book Our Christmas Party and Other Stories by H. M. Wall (1892), a collection of illustrated stories and poems.
Other
National Christmas Tree Assoication: Ncta
This site is all about how to find the perfect Chritmas tree. Search by zip code to find the species of tree that you want. Also, learn about many interesting and useful ways to recycle Christmas trees.rec
Other
Strasbourg L'europeenne: Christmas in Europe: Christmas Traditions in Europe
A look at Christmas customs and traditions in different countries of Europe, and the names given to Santa Claus.
Everything ESL
Everything Esl: Christmas in Mexico
"Christmas in Mexico" will help increase the self-esteem of your Hispanic ELL students. This lesson will help develop an appreciation of Mexican culture in your class.
Everything ESL
Everything Esl: Christmas in France
Teach your ESL students about Christmas in France. This lesson features many downloads and resources.
British Council
Learn English Kids: My Favorite Day: Christmas
Listen to a story about Christmas traditions in United Kingdom. Included are Christmas activities, a quiz about Christmas traditions, and descriptions of many children's favorite days.
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: A Dickens of a Party
Come to a party honoring Ebenezer Scrooge! This WebQuest is a complete "Party in a box," -- with a planning worksheet, specific tasks and roles, rubrics for evaluation and guidelines for presentation and party-going.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: How the Captain Made Christmas by Thomas Nelson Page
Classic Reader provides numerous classic short stories from famous authors. One work is "How the Captain made Christmas," a story written by the author, Thomas Nelson Page.
Vocabulary University
My vocabulary.com: Christmas and Holiday Traditions
This page offers a variety of vocabulary puzzles and activities using 22 vocabulary words pertaining to Christmas and Holiday Traditions. It also provides an extensive Vocabulary Word List for Christmas (354 words).
Vocabulary University
My vocabulary.com: Christmas Scavenger Hunt
This is an outline for a Christmas Scavenger Hunt activity using 333 vocabulary words pertaining to the season. It also provides links to Christmas word puzzles.
Vocabulary University
My vocabulary.com: Christmas Trivia
Complete this Christmas Trivia word puzzle by answering the 10 Christmas trivia questions. Lesson outline and an extensive vocabulary list are provided for a Christmas Scavenger Hunt.
British Council
British Council: Learn English Kids: Christmas Day
Learn all about the Christmas holiday and its many traditions in this interactive slideshow.
ABCya
Ab Cya: Make a Christmas Tree
A fun way to celebrate the holiday. Click and drag the ornaments, decorations and gifts to decorate a Christmas tree. You can add a custom message and your name before you SAVE or PRINT.
TES Global
Tes: Designing Nativity Costumes
[Free Registration/Login Required] This is a lesson on designing nativity costumes including details on using fabrics, colors, and decorations; it includes a downloadable PowerPoint and a Costume Designing Frame worksheet.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Karen Cushman
Have you ever read any of Karen Cushman's work? This site features links to lesson plans and other activities for her books.
TES Global
Tes: Revision: Charles Dickens Quiz (Connect 4)
[Free Registration/Login Required] The PowerPoint game provides a review of the life and works of Charles Dickens. Students will enjoy playing Connect 4 as they answer questions correctly.
White House Historical Association
White House Historical Association: Christmas Tree Themes
The White House Historical Association takes a look at how Christmas has been celebrated in the White House throughout history. A chronicle of how Christmas trees have been decorated and the themes used by the various First Ladies. Also...
Can Teach
Can Teach: Songs and Poems
This site features an extensive list of poems and songs for every event during the school year. Explore the seasons, colors, holidays, and more.
Other
Kiddy House: All About Christmas Kids and Teachers
Check out this awesome secular Christmas resource. This site offers songs, customs, themes and more.
Other
Holiday & Festival Activities Esl Kid Stuff
Nice variety of ideas, games, activities, songs, and recommended web resources related to Easter, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Geared toward younger PK-3 English language learners.
Read Works
Read Works: Hot Tips
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about fire safety during the winter holidays. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.