Because this December, my class is taking a trip around the world!
What started out as a few fun activities the week before Christmas Break has over the years turned into a full fledged Christmas Around The World unit. It made its first appearance on TPT last December, but I find I added a little more to this one every year that I teach it. Depending on how my countries you choose to focus on this unit can last you the full month of December or just a few days. It’s really up to you and how you plan to pilot the trip in your classroom! I’ve included resources for seven countries: America/Canada, England, Sweden, Italy, Germany, Spain and Mexico.
{Sample Slide from Germany}
I also printed the PowerPoint and turned it into a book my students can read anytime!
Shorter passages to focus on fluency.
Longer passages to focus on close reading & text based evidence.
PRINTABLES: We spend a lot of time comparing and contrasting throughout this unit.
Congrats Laura & Polly!!!
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I really enjoyed your Thanksgiving unit, looking forward to this one.
This is my first year teaching Christmas Around the World. I'm excited to see what this unit includes. Thanks for posting and for all your hard work putting it together!
Wow! It looks awesome. Currently pulling ideas for this theme for my new 2nd grade team. [email protected]
Looks amazing!!! 🙂 Can't wait to check it out. Michelle (Fabulous in First)
I can't wait to use this unit! I am going to buy it tomorrow! When I've taught Christmas Around the World in the past I read a holiday story from or about the country we are traveling to while we are on our imaginary airplane ride.
KinderCoaster
Hi there! In the packet is there is tutorial on how to make the suitcases?
These are incredible! I love that you've included so much information, but you've also left things "loose enough" so that you can incorporate so many other important ideas: family, traditions, culture… wow! Great work!
I think what you said, about allowing students to make connections to their own lives—that's right on.
This looks fantastic!! It's in my cart and I can't wait to use it with my firsties!
Andrew
Mr. First Grade
Hi Melissa! Yes, directions and pictures are included to explain how to make the suitcase!! 🙂
Aw, thank you Laura!! I am thrilled to share this one with you! Please send me an e-mail at [email protected] so I can send it your way!
It's SUCH a fun topic to teach!! Excited to share this one with ya! Please send me an e-mail at [email protected] so I send it along! 🙂
Thanks Amanda!! 🙂
Thanks so much sweet girl!! xoxo
Kids seriously love "boarding" that imaginary airplane!! We read stories from each country too, they totally bring these places to life! 🙂
Wow, thank you so much Matthew!! Your comment totally made my night!
Yay, thanks so much Andrew! I hope you guys have a blast on your travels!!
YOU ARE SO CREATIVE AND RESOURCEFUL!!! Bummed I missed my chance to get a freebie!!! Smiles and stop by anytime!
is there anyway i would be able to download this unit
I love it!!!! I am making suitcases as well for our trip around the world!! I love the cute tags you have on yours!!!!!