With the festive season imminent, this unit gives a good overview of the origins of festivals celebrated at the end of the year, how these festivals are celebrated and some of the connections between festivals. Themes such as lights, feasts and activities are considered. There are seven power point presentations and seven worksheets covering the following end of year celebrations:
Origins of festivals
Diwali
Thanksgiving
Hanukkah
Winter Solstice (Yule tide)
Christmas
New Year