3rd Grade Christmas, Chanukah, & Kwanzaa Activities

It's Christmas time in the city! Let's celebrate Christmas with so much fun.

This freebie will allow you to play charades with your students, your kiddos, or even your family. Have fun revisiting this classic game with a twist.

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Tis the season of giving! Enjoy this FREE Secret Santa Task!

Simply print the blank grid, hand to your students and watch them reveal a Santa image, as they follow the grid references.

What a perfect way to teach the curriculum and include festive activities into your classroom!

Enjoyed this task - Use the link below to access more Christmas Mapping tasks

Christmas Mapping

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Christmas Math Tasks

Enhance your students' understanding of Kwanzaa with this engaging Kwanzaa Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions resource! Perfect for the classroom, this product provides a detailed nonfiction passage that introduces the history, principles, and traditions of Kwanzaa.

Accompanied by six thought-provoking questions, this resource encourages meaningful discussions and helps students develop critical thinking skills.

Whether used for group activities, classroom discussions, or individual assessments, this two-page PDF is designed to captivate young learners while meeting educational standards.

Key Features:

• 1-page nonfiction reading passage about Kwanzaa
• 6 comprehension questions to assess understanding
• Ideal for Grades K-2, suitable for other elementary levels
• 8.5 x 11-inch format for easy printing and use
• Perfect for December and cultural heritage lessons

This versatile resource is excellent for celebrating Kwanzaa while also incorporating themes of diversity and cultural awareness. Download now to provide your students with a meaningful and educational learning experience!

Illuminate your holiday math activities with our engaging Holiday Lightbulb Number Sense Match! This resource features 3-piece number puzzles covering numbers 1-10, integrating numerals, number words, and quantity matches. Tailored for young learners and ideal for students in autism/MD unit classrooms, it's a fantastic addition to independent workstations and small group math stations.

Enjoy 3-piece puzzles for numbers 1-10, combining numeral, number word, and quantity matches for comprehensive number sense practice. Designed to engage and educate young minds, this resource fosters a solid foundation in number understanding. Specifically crafted for students in autism/MD unit classrooms, ensuring inclusivity and engagement in learning.

Brighten up your holiday math curriculum with this must-have addition – the Holiday Lightbulb Number Sense Match! Ideal for building strong number sense skills in a festive, engaging manner.

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If you're hoping to get your students into the spirit of giving and spreading Holiday cheer to others, this resource could be for you. Students get to brainstorm how they can spread joy to others at home, school, their community, and with themselves.

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Do you want to fill your Christmas time lessons with exciting No-Prep activities?

This Christmas TOYS B&W Bingo Game is a great way to spend time during your Christmas lessons effectively and excitingly by promoting students' vocabulary acquisition. Just print out cards and hand them out to your students. Students can also colour their cards before or after the game, making it also a colouring page.
The game includes 10 different B&W bingo cards, each square contains a Christmas toy related picture with a labelling word, which makes this perfect also for practicing reading skills. 24 Call out cards with pictures and words are also included.

⭐The 24 words are: snow globe, nutcracker, rocking horse, doll, Jack-in-the-box, teddy, ball, blocks, Christmas tree, stocking, drum, plane, train, top, robot, ice skates, board game, helicopter, car, Rubik's cube, games console, puzzle, xylophone, snowman.

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Cute Winter Coloring Pages for Toddler Girls and Boys!

Help your little ones celebrate Winter season with this big coloring pages that is perfect for little hands. Easy to color designs help to build fine-motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

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• Large 8.5'' x 11'' designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper

• High-resolution images

• Unlimited prints

• Great for kids, boys, girls, and teens

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Cute Polar Bears Coloring Pages for Toddler Girls and Boys!

Help your little ones celebrate Winter Season with this big coloring pages that is perfect for little hands. Easy to color designs help to build fine-motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

Please do not Hesitate to rate this product with 5 stars

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• Large 8.5'' x 11'' designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper

• High-resolution images

• Unlimited prints

• Great for kids, boys, girls, and teens

JUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND GET STARTED

• This item comes as a high-resolution PDF file that you can download straight after purchasing.

• You can print as many copies as you want.

NOTE

• This is a digital item.

• No physical product or printed material will be shipped.

• No refunds as this is a digital product.

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24 more black and white, simple, holiday and winter coloring sheets for relaxation and building fine motor skills. Can be used for bulletin boards, handouts, readers theaters, plays, point of view or fun! Accompanies Winter Holiday Coloring Sheets in TeachShare and has 24 FREE handouts @ https://www.TeachShare.com/Store/Beth-Hammett-The-Educator-Helper/Search:winter+holiday+coloring+sheets

A variety of winter images for children to color. Can be pasted onto construction paper, cut out, and hung for classroom displays. 24 black and white images include: candles, hollies, winter scenes, wreaths, snowmen, sledding, animals, etc... (No religious symbols). Wintertime fun!

Fill your tree with homemade ornaments for a nostalgic Christmas! 44 ornaments to color, cut, and hang. Comes with ornaments that can be used with photos for lasting memories.

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Directions and Examples

Bear

Bell

Candles

Candy Canes

Drummer Boy

Elves

Gingerbread Man & House

Holly

Lantern

Letter

Nativity

Reindeer

Santa

Sled

Snowflakes

Snowmen

Wreaths

and much, much more...

Christmas Countdown Chain and Acts of Kindness Activity

A Christmas tradition is the countdown chain, so why not add some acts of kindness to the holiday fun!

Build a chain for the class, and each day tear off a link. On the inside of the link is a fun act of kindness for your students to share with the school, friends, and family!

Enjoy this Christmas FREEBIE from Kile's Classroom, and if you like it, please give some kind feedback!

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Complete Following Directions Bundle for All Seasons.

Hire an Elf Persuasive Writing Activity.

Christmas Party Planning- Decimal Math Fun.

Just in time for your December activities – Gingerbread Man Scoot 2-digit Addition with Regrouping This packet looks great printed in black and white or color. A simple recording sheet and answer key are included. The activity included 20 cards in color and printer friendly black and white. We hope your students enjoy this Gingerbread Man Scoot! Please leave your comments and feedback, we enjoy hearing from you. Also, we would love to have you follow us to receive notifications about our new TeachShare products, sales, and freebies. Thanks for visiting and checking out our store! ~ Judy & Rachel ~

Design Santa a new sleigh! Let your students imaginations run wild with this simple but fun Christmas activity!

Bring holiday cheer into your classroom or home with this engaging Christmas Tree Maze & Crossword Puzzle Activity! for elementary students. Ideal for festive fun, winter break, or seasonal learning, this resource will keep kids entertained, learning, and excited for Christmas!

Directions: Santa needs your help filling his sleigh with presents for boys and girls. Solve the subtraction problems. Then match the problem to the right present to help Santa fill his sleigh. Good Luck!

Includes:

+ 3-Digit Subtraction with Regrouping Black and White Worksheet

+ 3-Digit Subtraction with Regrouping Color Worksheet

+ Answer Key

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Do you want to download the whole YEAR of Catholic Kids Bulletins? Click here to get a huge file with everything you need for Year C (2024-2025).

Check out a Unit about Jesus' Birth and Childhood. This packet, PowerPoint, and activities will help students dig into the bible and connect Jesus' birth with prophecies from the Old Testament and Advent Traditions. Check it out here!

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The Catholic Kids Bulletin worksheets match up to the weekly Mass readings in the Catholic Church. There are coloring pages that match the weekly Gospel reading. There are activities throughout the month, along with Psalm copywork and a wordsearch. The liturgy of the Mass is outlined along the top of each bulletin so kids can follow along during Mass and learn the order and structure of the Mass. Each week, a Catholic Saint is also highlighted. These are terrific to be used at Mass, or as a pre-teaching activity to help prepare your students for the Sunday Mass.

December Bulletins include...

• Advent
• Advent Wreath
• Immaculate Conception
• Saint Nicholas
• Saint Juan Diego
• Saint Francis Xavier
• Saint Lucy
• Christmas
• Feast of the Holy Family

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Do your kids sometimes struggle to stay engaged during the Catholic Mass? We get it! But fear not, because we have an exciting solution that will make attending Mass a breeze for your little ones.

Why is it important for kids to follow along during the Catholic Mass?

We all know that the Mass is a beautiful and essential part of our faith journey. It's a time for prayer, reflection, and communion with God. For kids, actively participating in the Mass is crucial for their spiritual growth. Following along during the liturgy helps them understand the rituals and teachings, fostering a deeper connection to their Catholic identity. Plus, it's heartwarming to see their innocent enthusiasm as they learn about the wonders of the Eucharist and the Gospel.

Introducing Catholic Kids Bulletins - Your Secret Weapon!

You might be wondering, "How can we keep our kids engaged during the Mass without causing a commotion?" Enter Catholic Kids Bulletins - the super cool and fun resource designed to make the Mass a delightful experience for your little ones.

1. Interactive Fun: These specially crafted bulletins are packed with age-appropriate games, puzzles, and coloring activities that relate to the day's readings and themes. Say goodbye to bored fidgeting – your kids will be too busy uncovering hidden messages and solving word scrambles!

2. Meaningful Learning: Catholic Kids Bulletins are not just about play; they're also about learning. Each activity is thoughtfully designed to help kids grasp the significance of the Mass and its teachings in a way that resonates with them.

3. Quiet and Engaging: No more hushing or shushing during Mass! With Catholic Kids Bulletins in hand, your kids will be focused and engaged, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the liturgy.

4. For All Ages: Whether you have curious toddlers or older children, there is something they can learn in the bulletin – everyone gets to be part of the fun!

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Head over to our website now and grab your set of Catholic Kids Bulletins. Let's make the Mass an exciting adventure for your little ones, deepening their faith and creating beautiful family memories along the way.

Remember, a Mass well-followed is a faith well-nurtured.

These second-grade Christmas-themed writing prompts are perfect for in-class work, additional worksheets for early finishers, or an easy way to get your students warmed up to writing.

This resource includes:

✏ 5 Christmas-themed holiday free-write writing prompts

✏ No prep! Simply print and then distribute. 

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This is a free preview of the Christmas play script - The Grouch. The full play script is available for just $5.50 by following the link below:

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A funny Christmas play that revolves around the town of Bootown, where all the Boos love Christmas. In fact they love Christmas so much it is all they talk about!

However, a mysterious outcast lives to the North of the town; this outcast hates Christmas and anything to do with the festive time of year. This outcast is called the Grouch!

The play follows the story of Mary-Boo and her family as they open up to the Grouch, and try to show him what Christmas is all about. However, the Grouch has his own plans to ruin Christmas for the town, and steals all the presents on Christmas eve.

He has a change of heart however when he hears the town enjoying Christmas even though he had stolen all of the presents. His heart grows and he quickly returns the gifts and takes part in all the festivities.

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There are song recommendations throughout the script, with a mixture of traditional Christmas songs and modern songs. There are 28 speaking parts, with additional non-speaking roles too for up to 30 students. The play is around 40-50 minutes long.

I hope you have fun with it, my class had a ball!

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There are also a few more Christmas play scripts in my store including:

• Holly the Christmas Elf
• Santa's Successor
• A Christmas Carol (A School Remix)
• A Christmas Carol (Traditional Version)
• The Grouch

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