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Christmas Craft Extravaganza

Lesson Plan

Christmas Craft Extravaganza

Christmas

This lesson plan engages students in a Christmas-themed craft activity, encouraging creativity and teamwork. By participating in this activity, students will enhance their fine motor skills, learn to follow instructions, and enjoy the festive spirit of Christmas. This lesson is important as it fosters a sense of community and joy, while also allowing students to express themselves artistically.

Audience

9-10 year olds

Time

1 hour

Approach

Active Learning

Materials

Construction paper, Scissors, Glue, Markers, Glitter, and Printable Christmas templates

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion about Christmas and its significance.
  • Ask students to share their favorite Christmas traditions or memories.
  • Introduce the craft activity: creating Christmas decorations.

Step 2

Craft Activity

40 mins

  • Distribute materials: construction paper, scissors, glue, markers, glitter, and printable Christmas templates.
  • Demonstrate how to create a simple Christmas decoration using the materials provided.
  • Encourage students to be creative and design their own decorations.
  • Walk around to assist and encourage students as they work on their crafts.

Step 3

Show and Tell

10 mins

  • Allow students to present their finished decorations to the class.
  • Encourage them to explain their design choices and any special meaning behind their decoration.
  • Display the decorations around the classroom to create a festive atmosphere.
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Worksheet

Printable Christmas Templates

These printable cards provide templates for students to create Christmas decorations. They can be printed one-sided and used as a guide for cutting and decorating.




Christmas tree template







Snowflake template







Santa hat template







Reindeer template




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