This year for Christmas School, we alternated learning about Christmas around the world and Christmas STEM activities. We had so much fun, that I thought I would share a few of the things we have done here on the blog!
Each of the four Christmas Around the World posts will have a book, a traditional dessert from that country, and a song related to the country. I think it would be fun to do this each of the four evenings before Christmas. Just after dinner, you can gather to listen to (or read) the story and then enjoy the dessert while listening to the song! I hope you enjoy this short tour of Christmas around the world!
In the Czech Republic, the Christmas feast is had on Christmas Eve where fish soup or fried fish are served with potato salad. While the meal is being eaten, the “little Jesus” leaves presents under the tree. The presents are opened that same evening and religious families will attend a midnight mass.
Throughout the holidays, neighbors exchange and families enjoy plates full of Christmas cookies in many varieties. One of the cookies that is commonly found are Linzer Cookies.
BOOK FOR CZECH REPUBLIC:
“Good King Wenceslas” by John M. Neale and Tim Ladwig
Here is a link to me reading “Good King Wenceslas” aloud. Thanks to Grayson for assisting me and thanks to Kamryn for video recording and editing. Enjoy!
TRADITIONAL DESSERT FOR THE CZECH REPUBLIC:
Linzer Cookies. I bought some at the store, but here is a recipe you could try if you are feeling ambitious!
Linzer Cookie Recipe
SONG FOR CZECH REPUBLIC:
Good King Wenceslas
Here are two versions of this song from YouTube. The first one has the lyrics with it and the second one is just a fun jazzed-up version. Enjoy!
Interesting!
Am I getting some cookies?
Love you!!!!!
Sure! Love you more.