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December Holiday Lessons and Resources

  • This year, the 8-day celebration of Chanukah falls on December 7 to December 16, 2004.
  • Christmas is celebrated on December 25th.
  • Kwanzaa is celebrated from December 26-January 1.

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General/Comparitive Holiday

December Holiday Scavenger Hunt
An online Scavenger Hunt that asks students to use the computer to learn about all of the December holidays.

December Holidays
Lessons and more about the cultural, geographical, and seasonal celebrations in December.

Giving Tree Lesson
A simple, yet meaningful lesson based on Shel Silverstein's The Giving Tree, with a holiday slant.

Holiday Titles
Dozens of books appropriate for children during the holidays. Includes Chanukah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa!

Holidays Around the World
From the folks at World Book. Includes many of the major holidays.

Idea Box- Seasonal
Just click on the holiday you need and you'll find activities, songs, crafts, recipes, and more! Very practical and teacher-tested.

Modern Holiday Lesson Plans and Activities
Just click on the holiday you are interested in and you'll find ideas for your classroom.

New Year's Around the World
An insightful look at how the new year is welcomed in various cultures and countries.

Winter Materials
All types of goodies about the winter season for teachers.

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