Christmas Around the
World
By: Susan Carver and Tammie Dillon
Introduction | Task
| Resources | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion
Introduction
Christmas - December 25- In a thousand different
ways, the peoples of the earth join their hearts in the great communion of
mankind that only this season can bring. Learning about
the Christmas customs of various nations helps us to understand the wide
variety of traditions that
The
Task
You know very little about Christmas
celebrations around the world so you decide to do some research on the
computer. As you find out more and more about this interesting subject, you
have a GREAT IDEA!!! Why don’t you have the whole school observe Christmas as
it is celebrated in some other country of the world. Good luck on these tasks:
- Brainstorm different Christmas celebrations in various parts of the world
- Where could you find information about other traditional celebrations
- How do these celebrations differ from those we observe
- Explain the cultural significance of varying celebrations
- Create a poster, present a PowerPoint presentation, stage a drama, or plan a party based on the researched information
Use the following websites to help you complete the activities.
Argentina
Evergreen trees are decorated with cotton to simulate snow for the summertime
celebration
Australia
Carols by Candlelight
Belgium Ice skating for Christmas day
Canada
A wide variety of customs from France, Britain and elsewhere
Denmark
A conspiracy between the Julnisse and the cat
Ecuador
Processions on llamas
Italy Befana, St. Lucia, and Papa Noel
Nicaragua
Flowers and fireworks
Turkey
Birthplace of St. Nicholas
Venezuela
Children tie string to their big toe
Zimbabwe
Roast ox for dinner
The
Process
In order to accomplish your task, do the
following:
1. Choose a partner to work with you on this WebQuest.
2. Select a country from you list of resources.
3. Conduct an Internet search for information about the country which you have chosen
4. Bookmark any sites you find to be especially useful
5. Decide which method (Poster, PowerPoint Presentation, Drama, or Party) you will use to present to the class what you have learned.
6. Develop your project
7. Present to the class
Evaluation
The final evaluation will be based on how well your presentation is received by the other students. A self Assessment and a Peer Evaluation shall be completed as part of the evaluation of this project
Conclusion
After
completion of this project the students should be excited about learning more about
the various Christmas celebrations around the world. This media is a great way to
share information and technology with other learners within the global community.
Last updated 01/10/05.