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Fall and Winter Religious Celebrations Lesson PlanFall and Winter Religious Celebrations Lesson Plan
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Fall and Winter Religious Celebrations

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Students discover the unique beliefs and celebrations of the five major religions in the world. In groups, they discuss the terms associated with each religion and are read books about their celebrations. They create their own dharma doll to celebrate the Buddhist new year.

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celebrations, Holidays, autumn, winter

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celebrations, autumn, Religion, winter, social studies
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Grade
1st - 3rd
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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