This last week we traveled to France and England. The children learned about the tradition of the yule log, both the one that is burned and the delicious cake. They made yule log ornaments to hang on their trees. The children were especially delighted to learn about the traditions of Mrs. C. Her mother is from England and Mrs. C. lived there when she was a student so they learned all about her childhood traditions. They learned about Father Christmas and how he is a tall, skinny man (not at all like our Santa). They also now know that children in England leave Father Christmas a serving of Christmas pudding (not really a pudding at all) instead of cookies. The best part for the children was to learn about the crackers Mrs. C. had next to her plate during her Christmas Eve dinner.
This is our last week before our winter break and we will be busy. On Monday and Tuesday, we will learn about Hanukkah. On Wednesday, we will study Winter Solstice. We have much more writing and math to do but we also have some fun assemblies all week. Friday will be our short but fun day. We will have a school sing-a-long, where the students will be performing the songs we have been practicing. We will, then, have a Polar Express Pajama party. Be sure to have the children wear their pajamas!!
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