Victorian Christmas Program

Grade 1 - 3

Visit the Bishop home to enjoy the sights and sounds of a traditional 1894 Victorian Christmas.  Students will learn the origins of many common traditions, make a Christmas craft and go caroling on the porch.

Grade Level:                                  Grade one (1), Grade two (2)

Subject:                                           Social Studies 

Curriculum Strand:                Heritage and Citizenship (1)(2)

Curriculum Topic:      

• Relationships, Rules, and Responsibilities (1)
• Traditions and Celebrations (2)

Specific Expectations:

• Explain the rules of a museum and why they have been established; (1)
• Explain the responsibility of a museum to the community and its relationship to the community; (1)
• Outline traditions of various cultures that are passed down from earlier generations; (2)
• Identify ways in which heritage and traditions are passed on; (2)

Duration: 1.5 hours