Christmas Around The World (Part Three): Austria, Philippines, Greece, Sweden

Course Summary

Celebrate Christmas around the world by learning the traditions and customs of Austria, Philippines, Greece, and Sweden, 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 Three) course, we will: -explore the traditions and customs of each 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 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, 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 AUSTRIA Project: Christmas Market Paper Collage WEEK TWO PHILIPPINES Project: Christmas Parol Lantern WEEK THREE GREECE Project: Karavaki Christmas Boat WEEK FOUR SWEDEN Project: Pom Pom Tomten

Supplies

AUSTRIA Supplies: • one sheet white cardstock, • scrap paper in a variety of colors • scissors • glue sticks • markers or gel pens • pencil and eraser PHILIPPINES Supplies: • thick white vellum paper (8.5" x 11" or larger) (available on Amazon or local craft store) • scissors • craft glue, glitter • gift wrap ribbon • hole punch • one copy of star pattern found in Session Resource section GREECE Supplies: • one sheet regular-sized computer paper • one sheet white cardstock, • scrap paper in a variety of colors • scissors • glue sticks • markers or gel pens • pencil and eraser • craft glue • miscellaneous craft items (gemstones, sequins, felt, string, etc.) SWEDEN Supplies: • 3-inch white pom pom • ½-inch wooden ball or paper circle • 1 sheet red felt, scissors • craft glue • one copy of pattern included in Session Resources