Christmas Traditions Around the World: A Food Journey

• Food Technology
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Christmas Traditions Around the World: A Food Journey

Why is there such variety?

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will be able to discuss and understand some of the different Christmas food traditions around the world.

Setting the Scene

Christmas is a time when many cultures celebrate with special foods. Have you ever wondered why different countries have different Christmas food traditions?

Sweet Treats

In the UK, sweet treats are a big part of Christmas, such as mince pies and Christmas pudding. Why do you think sweet treats are common during this time?

Turkey and Trimmings

In the UK, Christmas dinner often includes turkey and all the trimmings. What do you think is the reason behind this tradition?

Global Traditions

Christmas food traditions vary widely around the world. Let's explore some of these traditions and discuss why they differ in different countries and cultures.

Interactive Activity

In pairs or groups of three, research and discuss a Christmas food tradition from a different country. Consider the foods eaten, the reasons behind the traditions, and any unique customs associated with the celebration.

Sharing Findings

Each pair or group will have 1 minute to share their findings with the class. Remember to listen actively and respect each other's contributions.

Reflection

What did you learn from your classmates' presentations? How do the diverse Christmas food traditions enrich our understanding of different cultures?

Conclusion

We've explored the rich tapestry of Christmas food traditions from around the world. Remember to keep an open mind and respect the diverse customs and celebrations of different cultures.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.