There are interesting Christmas customs all over the world. Divide your students into groups, and assign each group a different country. The groups can use classroom resources, the school library, or even the internet to investigate their country's Christmas traditions. They are certain to find all sorts of interesting information. In Mexico, the main Christmas celebration is called Las Posadas , and it begins nine days before Christmas Day.
People journey from house to house and enjoy many celebrations.
In Russia, an old lady named Babouschka delivers gifts, rather than Santa. In Japan, trees are decorated with origami cranes, symbols of peace. Once your students have gathered enough information, have each group give a brief report to the class. You could also ask each group to create a big drawing on poster board that illustrates the ways their country celebrates the holidays. When Horrible Harry gets out of control and kisses Song Lee on the cheek, Mr. Cardini has him write a letter of apology to her.