Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to understand the historical figure of St. Nicholas and his significance in history and modern culture.

Materials and Prep

Materials: Paper, coloring supplies, and access to the internet for images of St. Nicholas. Prep: Familiarize yourself with the story of St. Nicholas and have images ready for the activities.

Activities

1. Storytime: Read a simple story about St. Nicholas and discuss his acts of kindness and generosity.

2. Coloring Activity: Provide a coloring sheet of St. Nicholas for the student to color while discussing his traditional appearance.

3. Craft Activity: Create a simple paper ornament or craft related to St. Nicholas and his role as the patron saint of children.

Transitional-Kindergarten Grade Talking Points

• "Today, we are going to learn about a special person named St. Nicholas. He was known for being very kind and helping others."
• "St. Nicholas is a historical figure who lived a long time ago, and people still celebrate his kindness today."
• "We can make a picture of St. Nicholas and talk about the good things he did for others."