Holidays

A collection of TeachableMoment activities for exploring holiday feelings, finding joy, and more.

Students share holiday traditions and experiences, and acknowledge the range of emotions that accompany the season.

Some facts and questions about how much many Americans buy and waste over the holidays - and how we feel about it.   

This classroom activity uses Halloween as a taking off point for students to share their experiences of being fearful, explore how fear is a normal part of life, and share ways we can handle our fear. The activity is structured as a circle, but can be adapted for other formats. For an introduction...

The holidays are not always a joyful occasion, especially for those facing hardship or stress. In this activity, students share their feelings about the upcoming holidays and consider how they might provide some encouragement for those who are struggling.