Holiday Parties...
You know you are expected to do something.
This year I have absolutely no parent helpers. Every time I put an "all call" out
for any type of help or support
I feel like I am at the Grand Canyon
shouting into the abyss.
HELLO....................
But that's OK.
Last year I had to beat them off with a stick.
If there is anything that I have learned in education it is that no two years are ever alike.
That's what makes teaching
such an adventure, right?
So back to that Holiday(winter) Party.
Why not do what I am doing?
Tie your winter celebration into
an actual assignment.
Students have to participate because it is graded!
Brilliant!
I have it all put together in my
Class Recipe Book on TPT.
Here is is in a nutshell.
1. Students discuss a family recipe at home and come up with something they want to share with the class. It's usually a baked item, but it could be anything. (I always indicate that we leave nuts out of all dishes just to be on the safe side.)
2. Students complete a recipe card page that I turn into a class recipe book.
3. We do some brainstorming on "How-To" essays. We read and analyze the elements. Students write their own essay explaining how the dish is made. (Writing Grade!)
4. On the last day before winter break kiddos bring in samples of their goodies and present a short power point presentation in front of the class, showing sequentially how the dish was made. (Super fun use of Technology here and an Oral Language Grade)
5. So there you are on the last day before break. Treats and goodies have been brought in. Half the day is taken up with presentations. Kids are having a great time. You have a "clean up" game the last 15 minutes where you play fun music and the kids clean like crazy and you are out the door to begin your own FESTIVUS with your loved ones.
