Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Christmas Spirit?

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Pupils examine how they greet the holiday season and participate in a class discussion to explore the ongoing debate on how best to celebrate the holidays. They read and discuss an article, and write a personal essay.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Christmas

For Students 4th - 6th
In this Christmas worksheet, learners identify and discuss forty-eight key terms associated with Christmas and circle each one in a word search puzzle.
Worksheet
Curated OER

My Favorite Holiday Tradition

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this holiday traditions worksheet, learners draw a picture and write a story about one of their favorite holiday traditions. Students may use the word bank for assistance: candle, celebrate, Christmas, dinner, gifts, Hanukkah,...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Thanks for the Memories

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students explore the importance of the family holiday meal, read and discuss "Pass the Turkey, Tamales, Kugel and Criticism" and write their own renditions of a fictitious family's holiday evening.
Worksheet
Curated OER

My Favorite Family Tradition

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this holiday tradition worksheet, students write about their favorite family tradition during their favorite holiday. Students also draw a picture of the tradition.
Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Holidays!

For Teachers 2nd Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about seven different holidays. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Activity
Library of Congress

Loc: For Teachers: Holidays: Themed Resources

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A rich resource page with links to primary source information about a number of holidays and special days, such as presidential inaugurations.