Four Lessons for Frosty Days

Teaching Theme of the Week

from Education World®

With lessons that target staples of the season -- snow, skiing, snowstorms, and other winter wonders -- the coldness to be found outdoors can be countered with the warmth of great learning experiences indoors!

1. Let It Snow!

Make the most of the season's first snowfall with a snowflake study! (Grades PreK-5)

2. The Last Resort

Rescue the Desert Mountain resort by designing a travel brochure that will bring in the tourists. (Grades 3-12)

3. Power Problem

Calculate losses that innocent victim "Eun Plugd" incurred from a power outage caused by a snowstorm. (Grades 3-8)

4. Winter Expressions

Write a winter "shape poem." Display the unique poems on a classroom bulletin board. (Grades PreK-8)

ADDITIONAL WINTER LESSONS

• A Blizzard of Winter Lessons We have shoveled up more than 50 cross-curricular activities! Included: Lessons about winter folklore, snowmen, the winter solstice, and more!
• Celebrate Winter! More than a dozen activities for celebrating the Winter Solstice!
• Stop by the Web on a Snowy Evening -- and Find Great Snow Activities! These "snow angels" are heaven-sent to save you a multitude of planning time. Lessons and activities for all grades!
• The Four Seasons An Internet scavenger hunt for kids. Student work sheet included.
• Winter Weather Watch An Internet scavenger hunt for kids. Student work sheet included.

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