making paper angels

Social Studies

• The child learned about the tradition of making paper angels and its historical significance in different cultures.
• They gained an understanding of how different countries celebrate the holiday season through their unique customs, including making paper angels.
• The activity fostered a sense of community as the child likely shared and discussed their paper angels with peers, learning about different family traditions and celebrations.

Encourage the child to explore more about holiday traditions from around the world through interactive games, storybooks, and videos. They can also create a map or a collage of various holiday customs to further enhance their knowledge and understanding of different cultures.

Book Recommendations

• The Angel Tree by Daphne Benedis-Grab: A heartwarming story about a group of kids who find a way to grant the Christmas wishes of residents at a local nursing home.
• Angel Child, Dragon Child by Michele Maria Surat: Explores the meaningful relationship between a Vietnamese girl and her American neighbor during the holiday season.
• The Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore: A classic Christmas poem that can inspire the child's creativity and imagination for the festive season.