Favorite Songs of Christmas Unit Studies for Elementary Students

The following post is written by contributing writer Amanda from The Scarlet Paisley.

The season for Christmas music can’t come soon enough for me, and living in a winter wonderland makes me want to crank up the festive tunes anytime snow is on the ground. Which for us, is usually seven months of the year!

As Christmas nears, think about adding a little musical fun to your learning by studying and having fun with some favorite songs of the season!

Jingle Bells

HISTORY ::  The Story Behind the Song

MUSIC :: Video: Super Simple Songs

COPYWORK :: Printable Lyrics

ART :: Simple Jingly Bell Craft

FOOD CRAFT :: Candy Sleigh

SCIENCE :: Snowy Day Science Experiments

P.E. :: Winter Outdoor Games

Silent Night

HISTORY :: The Story Behind the Song

MUSIC :: Play Silent Night on the Harmonica

COPYWORK/COLORING :: Printable Lyrics and Coloring Sheet

ART :: Easy Baby Jesus Craft

FOOD CRAFT :: Haystacks with Baby Jesus

I hope you enjoy your time reading, crafting, and integrating classic songs of Christmas into your school days!

If you’re looking to learn more about your favorite Christmas songs, both traditional and sacred, I would highly recommend adding Stories Behind the Best-Loved Songs of Christmas by Ace Collins to your home library.

Amanda can be found blogging at The Scarlet Paisley, where she writes to encourage women in faith and motherhood. She is passionate about God, her family, writing, and adoption. At any given moment this season, you might find her sipping some eggnog and counting the days until the new season of Downton Abbey premieres. Connect with Amanda on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram.