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In this guide, I share all the top things to do in Megeve, France — plus where to dine and stay in the French Alps!
We love snow paint and make it several times each winter season.
Titled: A New Home. Ratty finds a great hollowed tree covered in snow that he thinks may just be perfect for a winter home. This art piece was inspired by watching the Wind in the Willows animated series as a child. I especially love watching the winter and autumn seasons. The illustration was made digitally but has a slightly hand-painted feel. Museum-quality posters made on thick and durable matte paper. Add a wonderful accent to your room and office with these posters that are sure to brighten any environment. • Paper thickness: 10.3 mil • Paper weight: 5.57 oz/y² (189 g/m²) • Giclée printing quality • Opacity: 94%
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What do you do when you have two kids dying to play in the snow , but there isn't any? You make your own ! This snow i...
Learn how to make pretend snow with only 2 simple ingredients. The perfect winter sensory play idea.
Play with magic snow indoors and make these magic snowballs. One ingredient makes these snowballs foam and fizz. Try this indoor activity for winter fun!
Lesson Overview: "Discovering Perchta: A Winter Tale" Objective: Students will explore the mythical character of Perchta through a fictional story and engage in critical thinking through comprehension questions and personal reflection. Materials Needed: Copies of the fictional story "Discovering Perchta: A Winter Tale" for each student. "Read and Respond" worksheets for each student. Writing materials. Introduction: Begin the lesson with a brief discussion about winter holiday traditions and characters. Introduce the concept of Perchta as a unique winter figure associated with the Twelve Nights of Christmas. Activity 1: Read the Story - "Discovering Perchta: A Winter Tale" Read the fictional story as a class or allow students to read it independently. Ensure that students understand the key details about Perchta, her appearance, and her role during the Twelve Nights of Christmas. Activity 2: Answer Comprehension Questions Distribute the "Read and Respond" worksheets to each student. The worksheet includes multiple-choice questions to assess students' understanding of the Perchta legend. Encourage students to read carefully and choose the correct answers. Activity 3: Personal Reflection Paragraph After completing the comprehension questions, prompt students to express their thoughts and feelings about Perchta in a short paragraph. Encourage them to consider the fairness of Perchta's reward and punishment system and how they might behave if they were to encounter Perchta. Activity 4: Create Your Own Winter Legend In the final part of the lesson, inspire creativity by asking students to invent their own winter characters and craft a brief legend about them. This activity allows students to apply their imagination, describing the character's appearance, actions during the winter season, and interactions with children and villagers. Conclusion: Conclude the lesson with a class discussion where students can share their reflections and discuss the winter characters they created. Emphasize the importance of imagination, cultural diversity in legends, and the lessons that folklore can teach us about values and behavior. Assessment: Evaluate students based on their responses to comprehension questions and the depth of their personal reflection paragraphs. Consider creativity and effort in the creation of their own winter legend. Use the discussion as an informal assessment of class engagement and understanding. This lesson provides a blend of fiction, critical thinking, and creativity, making it an engaging exploration of mythical winter characters for older students.
An outdoor snowy wedding where sophistication meets rustic details.
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Here are 19+ more things to do in Wanaka in winter, once you've seen the famous tree. Make your first visit to Wanaka as memorable as possible. Get the best views, try the best food and indulge in everything this beautiful town has to offer!
Garden of The Guild Inn
Looking for things to do during winter in Idaho? There is an ABUNDANCE of activities to enjoy this season - we're sharing them all here!
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Fill winter days and keep the kids entertained with a Winter Magic Watercolor Craft. Watch as winter scenes magically appear beneath their paint brushes.
How to make fake snow with just 2 simple ingredients for the best indoor winter activity for kids! Have fun playing with instant snow!
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Have you picked winter wonderland theme party this year? In that case, you're right on trend! Winter wonderland theme is an all-time favorite for the winter season and used for all sorts of parties -
Winter in Hallstatt, Austria. Where we stayed, ate, and highlights from one of the most beautiful towns in Europe.
