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Lesson Plans - Social Studies

British Christmas Crackers

Make someone’s Christmas very merry by giving them this replica of a British tradition. Pull the cracker apart for holiday surprises!

Australian Christmas Stamps

Each year, the Australia Post issues special holiday stamps so Australians can mail greeting cards at a reduced rate. Design an original warm-weather Christmas stamp!

Mapping Santa’s Property

This activity allows students to practice their map drawing skills while using their imagination. There is no right or wrong answer as students create a map of Santa’s home, workshops, and barns.

History of the Mistletoe

We all know we want to stay out from under the mistletoe, but how many of us know how this tradition started? In this activity, students will research how that and many other Christmas traditions started.

Comparing Santas from Around the World

In this lesson, students will practice observing and writing details as they study about the ways different countries depict Santa.