Christmas Wreaths

 

Carol McClung
Janey McCord

Introduction | Task | Resources | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion

Introduction
How many of you would like to make Christmas decorations that will be so beautiful that your family will want to use them at Christmas and keep for years?  Today we will learn and make two Christmas wreaths that you will enjoy making and love taking home.  It will be very important for you to read and follow directions so that your project will be successful.

The Task

• listen carefully to directions for each wreath
• make a decision as to the wreath that you will choose to create
• read the directions for the supplies that will be necessary to create your wreath
• follow directions and work quietly
• when project is complete, you may go to web sites to discover other Christmas projects that could be created at home or at school.

Resources

• Pretzel Wreath
• Supplies:
• little heart shaped pretzels with a cross in the middle
• white school glue
• pre-cut ribbon (length will be determined by size of wreath)

• Baggie Christmas Wreath
• Supplies:
•     one wire coat hanger
•     box of Baggie brand sandwich bags
•     hot glue gun
•     misc. mini size decorations/bows

The Process
You will follow these steps.
 

• Listen carefully to teacher's directions.
• Decide on the wreath that you would like to make.
• Go to the table of your choice and pick up directions for making your wreath.
• Read directions with a partner.
• Collect materials and return to your seat.
• Have fun creating your wreath.

Other Resources:
Christmas at Kids Domain
Schrock's Guide for the holidays
Christmas Ideas
Ideas for teachers

Evaluation
Does it look pretty?
Did you follow directions?
Are you proud of it?
Did you enjoy making the wreath?
 
 

Conclusion

Well, are you surprised that you could create such a beautiful wreath that you will be so proud to give as a gift to your parent or a family member?  You have created a gift that will hold many memories every Christmas as it is displayed in your home and it will remind you of your 2nd grade year.