Santa's Little Elf

By Stacie Dozier and Peggy Herald

Introduction/ Tasks

You have been hired by Santa Claus to help deliver gifts to all the children of the world! He is sending you to some different countries to learn about what children want for Christmas this year. You will be flying in a sleigh with Santa and all the reindeer. In order to know what children around the world want for Christmas, you need to know how they celebrate Christmas. Also, along the way you will be given clues to a Mystery Elf. By the end of your trip you should be able to guess the mystery elf. So if you're ready…..On Dasher and Dancer, Prancer and Vixen on Comet and Cupid, Donner and Blitzen and of course…..Rudolph. Process/Resources

Elf Mission #1

Are you hungry for some tacos??? Well grab your sombrero because Santa is sending you to Mexico!! In Mexico the children celebrate the Posadas. Clickon the blue address below and look at the pictures. What do you think the Posadas is about?

Posadas

 Mystery Elf Clue #1 This elf is an animal. Elf Mission #2 Say adios to Mexico, you're now on your way to Sweden. In Sweden children celebrate St. Lucia. Click on theblue address below. Look at the pictures below. What do the children wear during this celebration? What are some of the things they do to celebrate?

St. Lucia
 

 Mystery Elf Clue#2 This elf has 4 legs. Elf Mission #3 Christian Children around the world celebrate Christmas while Jewish children celebrate Chanukah.  Christians light Christmas lights, while Jews light menorah candles.   Click on the blue address below. Play games the children of Israel and other Jewish children around the world enjoy. What games do Jewish children like to play during this time of year?

Chanukah
 

 Mystery Elf Clue#3
This elf loves to eat tacos.
Evaluation/Conclusion Evaluation

Santa has made his list and checked it twice. He knows who has been naughty and nice all over the world. Now, Santa needs to know what to give the good little boys and girls all over the world. In your Christmas Around the World book turn to the page labeled "WEB QUEST" and answer the question.

Last Mystery Elf Clue

This elf can be heard saying things like "Drop the chaluupa"

ANSWER

Conclusion

Santa is very, very proud of his new elf! Christmas is only a few days away. Get lots of rest and prepare for the big night on December 24th. You have been chosen to help Santa deliver gifts to the children in the United States.