Learning Outcomes Students will be able to: Understand the major events in the life of St. Nicholas Explain the history of gift-giving as it relates to St. Nicholas Create a secret gift for someone in need Level Grades: 1-2 Introduction Who is Saint Nicholas? Was he a real person? Let’s find out! Process We will learn…
This game is a good way for students to review the events of Easter. Use the game as a whole class activity or let students work in small groups to play the online game. Categories included in the game are: The Church Calendar Symbols And Traditions Did You Know? According To Scripture Level: 3-5, 6-8 Play…
This project-based learning activity asks students to promote the efforts of organizations dedicated to the Church’s mission on Earth. First they will research a selection of service organizations at work around the world, then they will develop a presentation designed to teach community members why, and how, they should support the work of those organizations….
Everyone knows Santa Claus, but how well do your students know Saint Nicholas? Create these Saint Nicholas figures with simple materials, and teach your students about the real life saint and his ways. Level: K-2 Download Craft: St. Nicholas Figure…
The Thanksgiving Game is a fun way for students to learn more about our faith, traditions and service opportunities during Thanksgiving. Categories include: Faith Tradition Service Gratitude Level: 5-8 Download Game: Thanksgiving…
Each student will make a hand-print in this craft activity, featuring a letter. Strung together, the message reads, “Thanks Be To God”. Students may also illustrate what they are thankful for on each handprint. Level: K-2 Download Craft: Thanksgiving – A Garland Of Gratitude…
Some students start the new school year anxious about the teacher with who they will be spending their days. Unsure of who the teacher is, his or her personality, and how he or she may interact with the student, some students may be left worried about what’s to come. Using this display to start the…
Students will have fun playing this game while learning about the events of St. Patrick’s life. Categories include: St. Patrick’s life Did you know? Legend has it.. In America Level: K-2, 3-5 Download Game: St. Patrick’s Day…
St. Francis was praying before a crucifix in the church of San Damiano, near Assisi, when he heard Jesus speaking to him. “Go and rebuild my church, which you can see is falling into ruin.” Francis took this message literally, and began to collect stones to fix the church building. Soon, he understood the broader…
