We began by locating the United States on our map, and coloring the country and the map key to match. (Sorry I forgot to get a picture of this!)
Next, we all stepped aboard the Holiday Express. We turned off the lights and watched a slidshow with pictures of Hanukkah celebrations, while we listened to Hanukkah, Oh Hanukkah. When the song and slideshow were finished we had arrived and were VERY excited to learn about Hanukkah! Before we could depart our flight, everyone had to get their passport stamped. (apparently I also forgot to take a picture of this, I'll add the pics in tomorrow)
Finally, we were ready to learn about Hanukkah. We gathered around on the carpet and read Hanukkah. After reading, we discussed a bit about the celebration and how it was the same and different from how our families celebrate different holidays.
Next, we worked on filling out our scrapbook page about the holiday. We had to draw/write about the country's flag, what you might see, what you might eat, how you wish someone a happy holiday, and some holiday traditions we learned about. Everyone really enjoyed this and it is going to be a great keepsake at the end of the unit!
After our scrapbook pages were completed, we got to work creating our artifact that would remind us about Hanukkah. Of course, we made a menorah! Everyone that followed directions was able to use glitter to finish theirs off, so of course that was VERY exciting haha
After our menorahs were dry, we put them inside our suitcase as our very first artifact from the trip. Everyone is super excited to find out what we will get to add tomorrow!
In the afternoon, I gave Ms. Coburn another activity relating to Hanukkah in case she wanted to do an extension. The kids were able to make a dreidel and learned how to play the game. They were all out in the hallway having a BLAST!
I'd say it was a successful first day of our trip. Can't wait for tomorrow!
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