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Midland Independent School District

Celebrating National Holidays

For Teachers K
There's more to holidays than just days off! Young historians explore the meaning behind national holidays in a five-part lesson. They focus on what holidays are and why they are celebrated, as well as learn the meaning of music in the...
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Winter Holidays Around the World

For Teachers 2nd
How much do you know about the holidays around the world? Second graders put their knowledge to the test with a 14-day lesson about global celebrations. They read informational text, employ KWL charts, and compare and contrast the many...
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December Celebrations

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students study customs of various winter holidays. In this holiday lesson, students read the book The Reasons for the Seasons and complete a winter glyph. Students use graphing software to create a chart of the holidays that are celebrated.
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December Concentration Game

For Teachers K - 8th
Students play the classic game of Concentration using cards with December holiday and weather pictures on them. They research different December holidays and adapt the details to the game of concentration.
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"COUNTRY" CHRISTMAS AND OTHER HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders develop an understanding of Christmas traditions of other countries and well as the United States. They discover the meaning of other holiday celebrations and utilize computers and other technology as an integral part of...
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Million Dollar Gift

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders create a box big enough to hold a million dollars. This is a project fun to do near the winter holidays with inexpensive gifts included in the boxes. This hands-on lesson very effectively demonstrates the concept of volume.
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Sleep and Energy

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students discuss the importance of getting a good night's sleep. They make connections between sleep, energy, and having a good day at school. They make a sleepiness chart which shows how they feel each day for a week.
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Holiday Writing Prompts

For Teachers 3rd - 10th
Students experience and practice their writing skills during the holiday season. They express themselves in a variety of ways including writing about a favorite part about the holiday break, what's the best gift you've ever gotten and...