Celebrating Winter Traditions
Explore and share winter traditions
In this lesson, Grade 4 students will explore and present their own or family traditions related to winter holidays. This activity encourages cultural awareness and appreciation of diverse traditions, fostering inclusion and curiosity. By sharing stories or items that represent these celebrations, students will develop a deeper understanding and respect for different cultures.
Explore and share winter traditions
Discussion Guide, Traditions Worksheet, Post-it Notes, and Markers
- Welcome students and introduce the topic of winter traditions.
- Explain the importance of understanding and appreciating diverse cultural traditions.
- Briefly share a personal or well-known winter tradition as an example.
Step 2
Sharing Session
15 mins
- Invite students to share their own or family winter traditions.
- Encourage them to bring an item or story that represents their tradition.
- Allow each student 1-2 minutes to present.
- Use post-it notes for students to jot down interesting facts or questions about each tradition.
Step 3
Reflective Discussion
10 mins
- Use the discussion guide to facilitate a conversation about the shared traditions.
- Encourage students to reflect on what they learned and how it relates to their own experiences.
- Discuss the importance of inclusion and curiosity in understanding different cultures.
