Lesson 1: The Story of Christmas Objective 1 Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Bible stories, pictures of Nativity scene Introduction: Begin by discussing the importance of Christmas in Christianity and introduce the story of the birth of Jesus. Development: Read and discuss the story of the Nativity from the Bible. Encourage students to ask questions and share their thoughts. Conclusion: Summarize the key points of the story and its significance in the Christian faith. Assessment: Ask students to draw a picture depicting the Nativity scene and write a short paragraph explaining the story.

Lesson 2: Symbols and Traditions of Christmas Objective 2 Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Christmas decorations, images of symbols like the star, angel, etc. Introduction: Discuss different symbols of Christmas and their meanings in Christianity. Development: Explore various Christmas traditions such as decorating a tree, giving gifts, etc. and their origins. Conclusion: Have students create a Christmas ornament representing a symbol of their choice. Assessment: Students will present their ornament and explain the symbol they chose.

Lesson 3: Connecting Christmas to Your Life Objective 3 Time Allocation: 40 minutes Resources Needed: Paper, markers, drawing materials Introduction: Discuss how Christmas traditions can be connected to students' own lives. Development: Have students reflect on their own family traditions during Christmas and share with the class. Conclusion: Encourage students to think about the values of love, giving, and kindness associated with Christmas. Assessment: Students will write a short paragraph about their favorite Christmas tradition and why it is important to them.

Lesson 4: Exploring Christmas Concepts Objective 4 Time Allocation: 50 minutes Resources Needed: Storybooks, videos on Christmas concepts Introduction: Introduce concepts like peace, joy, and hope associated with Christmas. Development: Discuss the meanings of these concepts and how they are celebrated during Christmas. Conclusion: Have students create a poster illustrating one of the Christmas concepts. Assessment: Students will present their posters and explain the concept they chose.

Lesson 5: Christmas Around the World Objectives 1, 2 Time Allocation: 55 minutes Resources Needed: World map, pictures of Christmas celebrations in different countries Introduction: Explore how Christmas is celebrated in different parts of the world. Development: Research and discuss unique traditions and customs of Christmas in various countries. Conclusion: Encourage students to appreciate diversity in Christmas celebrations globally. Assessment: Students will create a presentation on Christmas traditions in a country of their choice.

Lesson 6: The Spirit of Giving Objectives 3, 4 Time Allocation: 50 minutes Resources Needed: Donation box, charity organization information Introduction: Discuss the importance of giving back and helping those in need during Christmas. Development: Brainstorm ways students can contribute to a charity or help others in their community. Conclusion: Organize a donation drive or volunteer activity to put their ideas into action. Assessment: Reflect on the activity and discuss how it made them feel to give back.