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Explore the Science of the Winter Solstice and Learn about Solstice Celebrations Around the World

Looking for a simple and engaging way to teach your Middle School or ESL students about the science, influence, and cultural traditions of the Winter Solstice? Then this is the ready-to-go resource you’ve been searching for! Make your life easier while giving your students the chance to learn all about this special day.

I recommend using this resource with Secondary School students. These activities are also suitable for ESL/ELL students whose level of English is Intermediate (B1-B2) or Advanced (C1-C2).

PRINT AND DIGITAL VERSIONS OF THE ACTIVITIES ARE INCLUDED.

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RESOURCES INCLUDED:

** An original non-fiction reading passage (3 pages) about the Winter Solstice and Seasonal Changes that includes: What Exactly is the Winter Solstice?; Why Does Daylight Change So Much?; How the Solstice Influences Climate, Nature, and Society; Winter Solstice Celebrations in Ancient Cultures (Saturnalia Festival, Yule, Dongzhi Festival, Native American Solstice Celebrations).
** Reading-comprehension questions based on the passage. Reinforce comprehension skills with these thought-provoking questions!
** A Multiple Choice quiz based on the passage. Keep the learning experience dynamic and enjoyable while reinforcing key concepts.
** A True or False activity based on the passage.
** A word search to reinforce key vocabulary and concepts.
** Worksheets with five thought-provoking writing prompts perfect for sparking creativity and critical thinking. They can be assigned as homework or students can work with them in class.

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SAVE VALUABLE TIME:
** All activities are in ready-to-print PDF files and DIGITAL VERSIONS. The digital versions include editable boxes; students just have to type their answers on those boxes, save their answers and send the files to the teacher.
** This pack includes a Teacher’s Guide with all the activities and their corresponding answer keys, as well as the handouts for the students in separate files and suggestions on how to use this resource.

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