Christmas Past and Present – Virtual Program

Learn about 1910 settler life and, in particular, about family traditions during the Christmas season in rural Saskatchewan. Students will compare and contrast how celebrating holidays has changed and what has remained the same over the last 150 years.

Grades

Grade 1 | Grade 2 | Grade 3 | K

Locations

Moose Jaw | North Battleford | Saskatoon | Virtual | Yorkton

Date

October 8, 2021 - June 24, 2022 | Virtual

Subjects

Social Studies

Program Cost

School Classrooms: $100/class
Home School Groups: $25/household

Length

Depending on Activities Used

Program Type

Virtual Program

Program Details

Christmas is a time when a person’s thoughts turn to family gatherings, decorated trees, turkey dinners, brightly wrapped gifts and holiday traditions.

Like today, children of long ago grew more excited as the holiday season drew near – wondering what the hung stocking would hold, what new toy may be under the tree, what shape the newly cut tree would take, and what goodies their family would bake.

Through this virtual program, we provide a safe opportunity for students to learn about 1910 settler life and, in particular, about family traditions during the Christmas season in rural Saskatchewan. Students will compare and contrast how celebrating the holidays has changed and what has remained the same over the last 150 years.

The online program features a pre-recorded video in which Museum staff lead students through a holiday story that includes photos, artifacts and replicas as we follow a Grandmother and Grandfather preparing for Christmas. Other resources that can be used pre and post video include a selection of worksheets, crafts and activities appropriate for students K – 3.

Christmas Past and Present – Program Details (PDF)

 

Curriculum Connections

Kindergarten: Social Studies INK.2
Grade 1: Social Studies IN1.1
Grade 2: Social Studies IN2.2
Grade 3: Social Studies IN3.2

 

How to book or inquire

Applications for this program will be accepted from October 8, 2021 to May 27, 2022.

Virtual School Program – In-Museum Visit Add-On Option (PDF)
Virtual Programs – Cancellation & Refund Policy

 

CLICK HERE to Register >>

 

Once you complete your registration, you will receive a confirmation email within three business days with information on how to access the programs materials. You will have access to these materials until June 24, 2022.

If you have questions please email Amber at aparker@wdm.ca.

 

Museum Manners & Program Rules

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