Theme: |
Understanding and Appreciating Different Cultures
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Grades: |
3 - 5
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Subject: |
Social Studies
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Duration: |
One to two class periods
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Standards & Goals: |
Connecticut Social Studies Content Standards:
Content Standard 1: Historical Thinking
Content Standard 3: Historical Themes
Content Standard 4: Applying History
Note that standards in this lesson plan are for example only. This lesson can be easily adapted to meet your state's specific standards.
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Objectives: |
Students will:
- Read and discuss the book Hanukkah at Valley Forge by Stephen Krensky.
- Complete one or more activities on each side of a cube that aid in comprehension and analysis of the celebration of Hanukkah.
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