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By November 1st, Santa Claus is everywhere, but you probably didn’t know that Santa wasn’t always the fat man in the red suit. In fact, Santa didn’t get his iconic, jolly look until Thomas Nast, a political cartoonist, drew him that way. Before the 1860s, Santa was represented as everything, from a jolly elf to a tall gaunt man. In central Europe, Santa was even depicted alongside the Krampus, a devilish figure who punishes bad children. This enlightening video by the acclaimed History Channel, describes how Santa Claus took the form we now know due to the creativity of New Yorker cartoonist Thomas Nast. Watch the video with your students, with or without subtitles, and then do the activities that follow in this ebook. There are activities for all kinds of learners, especially the younger ones. At the back of the book, you will find detailed Teacher’s Notes with directions about the activities, as well as the Answer key.

Since the dawn of the 20th century, one thing has remained true: everyone loves presents, and especially kids. There’s nothing better than a big old wish list to put out into the universe during the holiday season. From Star Wars action figures to the iPhone, every decade has had a “MUST HAVE” Christmas gift. Check out the toys and trinkets that have topped kids’ wishlists to Santa over the past century, in this YouTube video by History Channel. The wonderful treats on this list have stolen the hearts and wallets of families around the world for the better part of a century. Find which are the most popular gifts of all time, and which ones are sold one in every second around the world. After watching the video with your students, proceed to do the activities we have created for this purpose. The answers are provided at the end. Have fun!

After trade and communication between Europe and the Americas began following Columbus’s voyage in 1492, many Europeans began to seek opportunities in the New World. One such group, now known as the Pilgrims, sailed from England to North America in 1620. In 1620 the Mayflower crossed from England to North America. Filled to the brim with passengers, livestock, and supplies, they faced many delays before finally reaching the shores of the New World. The Pilgrims suffered and many of them died to establish a settlement in what is now Massachusetts, but through cooperation with local tribes of Native Americans they were eventually able to thrive. Watch the excellent video “The Story of the Mayflower and the First Thanksgiving for Children” with your students, and then do the activities in this ebook. The answers are available at the end of the book, as well as plenty of guidance for the teacher in the Teacher’s notes.

For many Americans, the Plymouth Massachusetts pilgrims serve as the emblematic influence for the modern Thanksgiving celebration. Following the winter of 1620 that resulted in the deaths of nearly half of their population, the colonists established aconnection with the nearby tribe, which educated them on fishing, agriculture, and hunting. Even though Thanksgiving festivities trace back to the early European colonies in America, it was only in the 1860s that Abraham Lincoln proclaimed the final Thursday of November as a national holiday. This ebook includes a variety of hands-on activities for Elementary students to engage in after viewing the video “History of the Holidays: History of Thanksgiving” produced by the well-regarded History Channel. The activities accommodate all types of learners and will definitely keep your students engaged and eager to learn more about this American tradition. The book offers extensive support for the teacher at the back, including Teacher’s Notes and the corresponding answers to the exercises.

This ebook contains a number of activities that have been tailored specifically to accompany the YouTube video “Evolution of Santa Claus”, from the acclaimed History Channel. It is aimed for Elementary school students, though older students will also find it interesting. The video shows how the modern image of Santa Claus has been refined again and again. New York City has shaped the modern secular Christmas we now celebrate more than any other city in the world. It’s really because of the efforts of two very gifted New Yorkers who lived there in the 1800s that the jolly character known as Santa Claus came to life and is now loved by millions of children around the world. Watch first the video with your students, with or without subtitles if necessary, and then proceed to do the activities in this ebook. For every activity there are Teacher’s Notes and suggested answers.

This is a set of various activities designed to be done in class after watching the video “Origins of Christmas” on YouTube. The celebration of Christmas as we know it today stems from the traditions of several different cultures. This video from History Channel describes how old customs and traditions from different countries around the world came to form what we know and celebrate today as Christmas. Follow this trip from ancient Rome to Northern Europe, and also find out how the beloved character of Santa Claus came to life. The video duration is around 3 minutes. The activities that follow should take up another 90 minutes. There are many different types of activities to ensure that your students will stay interested throughout the lesson. Finally, there is the relevant answer key in the end, which also includes suggested answers to the writing activities. Enjoy Christmas with this festive lesson!

This Christmas, spend endless hours of fun and relaxation with this colouring book! With 100 different colouring pages, this is the only book you will need. The pages are in landscape format, especially designed for younger children. The drawings are black and white and really immaginative, so as to let your young students use all their creative skills. Thematically, the book covers all aspects of Christmas and includes all of the familiar characters. More specifically, you will find several pages dedicated to: the Christmas spirit Santa Claus Santa’s workshop Santa’s sleigh and reindeers elves Christmas trees singing carols Christmas presents toys Christmas dinner family gatherings Christmas markets and shopping Christmas decorations decorated fireplaces decorated houses winter scenes Christmas in the village Christmas in the city the nativity scene baby Jesus sleighing and playing and many more! The pages can be printed on any A4 paper. Ideally, use thick drawing paper. Have lots of fun with this festive colouring book!

There are various explanations for the origins of this day, but these explanations themselves have been popularized in many countries for many centuries; its origin, however, is somewhat obscure as we talk. The traditions of April Fools’ day include playing pranks on people, wrapping up on the first of April with the noisy exclamation, “April Fools!” as a way of telling the duped person he had been a victim of the April Fools’ Day hoax. All that is certain is that, whatever the origins, the practice of media organizations engaging in an April Fools’ Day prank has surely cemented the status of this secular holiday. People who were late to receive the news, or who did not realize that the new year began on January 1 and therefore kept celebrating from late March to April 1, became the butt of jokes and tricks called “April fools.” One of these tricks was to stick paper fish onto their backs and to cry out “poisson d’avril” (April fish), believed to symbolize an immature fish easily caught and a gullible person. It is a lesson plan for 90 minutes related to April Fools Day. Students will find their tasks and their answers on different worksheets.

Easter: What does it represent? Easter is one of the primary Christian celebrations, or Holy Days. It celebrates Jesus’ rising from the dead three days following His crucifixion. Easter signifies the joyful conclusion of the Lenten period characterized by fervent prayer, fasting, and repentance for numerous Christian groups. Easter ranks as one of the most important celebrations in the Christian calendar, alongside the birth of Christ. It happens when Christians celebrate and show thankfulness for the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Based on the Christian liturgical calendar, Easter is the most important and joyful celebration. Christians take this opportunity to reflect on the significance of Jesus’ crucifixion and the promise of everlasting life. A fundamental principle of Christianity is the resurrection, which underscores the assurance of salvation and hope offered through faith in Jesus Christ. This comprehensive bundle includes two lesson plans on Easter, with teacher’s notes and students’ worksheets. Answers are provided as well. It also includes a colouring book with 20 colouring pages. Have fun with your lessons!