Christmas Around The World (Part Two): England, Finland, Germany, Switzerland

Course Summary

Celebrate Christmas around the world by learning the traditions and customs of England, Finland, Germany, and Switzerland, and making a Christmas-themed project for each country.

Course Description

Whether celebrating Christmas in December or Christmas in July, this four-part course will introduce students to the traditions and customs of the Christmas holiday in other countries. 🔔 In this Christmas Around The World (Part Two) course, we will: - explore the traditions and customs of a country in a visual presentation (activities, food, clothing, beliefs, decorations, celebrations) - listen to traditional Christmas songs and sing-along to the songs we know - arts and craft project - show-and-tell By the end of each class, your child will have a basic understanding of how Christmas is celebrated in another country. Consider including some of these new traditions into your family celebrations this Christmas season! ★ Complete Christmas Around The World Series: Part One: Australia, China, Mexico, Philippines, and South Africa Part Two: England, Finland, Germany, Switzerland Part Three: Austria, Philippines, Greece, Sweden 🎄Christmas Celebration: Keep your favorite Christmas information and projects in mind, then register for the Christmas Celebration in December and July where you can join with others to share your favorite Christmas traditions from around the world, make a Christmas project, and enjoy festive snacks.

Syllabus

WEEK ONE ENGLAND Project: Christmas Cards WEEK TWO FINLAND Project: Snowman and Boy Puppets WEEK THREE GERMANY Project: Gingerbread House Collage WEEK FOUR SWITZERLAND Project: Three Kings Wooden Spoons

Supplies

ENGLAND Supplies: • two blank cards or one sheet white cardstock • scissors • writing pen • crayons or markers • scrap paper in a variety of colors • glue stick FINLAND Supplies: • two sheets white cardstock • scrap paper in a variety of colors • two craft sticks • scissors • glue sticks GERMANY Supplies: • one sheet white cardstock • scrap paper in a variety of colors • scissors • glue sticks • markers • pencil and eraser • craft glue • miscellaneous craft items (glitter, gemstones, sequins, buttons, felt, etc.) SWITZERLAND Supplies • three 12" wooden spoons • craft glue • six googly eyes • markers • fabric or felt • paper scraps in a variety of colors • ribbon