Learning Path
Advent - Research Links Learning Path
By Aoife McDonnell
Sample links for students to use when researching about Advent.
2 resources in this Learning Path
1
Advent Wreath: Background and How to Make Your Own
http://www.catholicculture.org/cult...icalyear/activities/view.cfm?id=954 Added: 12 Nov 2014 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type: Guide/notesBackground information on the traditions associated with the Advent wreath. Gives considerable detail on the various components of the wreath - the base; candleholders; greens, ribbons / decorations; candles.
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- 5-6
- Visual Arts
Strand: Construction
Strand unit: Making Constructions
Content objective: This resource should enable a child to:
- explore and experiment with the properties and characteristics of materials in making structures
- make imaginative structures
Suggestions for use: Use the information on the site to plan a class. The instructions are very detailed and useful.
- 5-6
- Religious Education
Strand: Useful Websites
Suggestions for use: Use the information on the site to plan a class.
2
Woodlands School - Advent
http://projectbritain.com/Advent.html Added: 19 Sep 2014 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type: Guide/notesSimple explanation of advent from a Primary school in the UK. Covers the dates for Advent and the traditions associated with it. Further links on the site cover other Christmas traditions like crackers, trees, carols, decorations and Father Christmas.
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Strand: Useful Websites
Suggestions for use: The simple language used here will make the information accessible to lower classes.
Strand: Useful Websites
Suggestions for use: Can be displayed on the IWB for background information while you talk about the topics. Lots of images too.
Strand: Local Studies
Strand unit: Feasts & Festivals
Content objective: This resource should enable a child to:
- become familiar with the origins and traditions associated with some common festivals in Ireland and other countries
- explore, discuss and record some of the ceremonies, stories, legends, poetry, music, dances and games associated with these feasts and festivals
Suggestions for use: Can be displayed on the IWB for background information while you talk about the topics. Lots of images too.
Strand: Local Studies
Strand unit: Feasts & Festivals
Content objective: This resource should enable a child to:
- become familiar with the origins and traditions associated with a range of festivals in Ireland and other countries
- explore, discuss and record some of the ceremonies, stories, legends, poetry, music, dances and games associated with these feasts and festivals
Suggestions for use: Can be displayed on the IWB for background information while you talk about the topics. Lots of images too and the content is tailored specifically to Primary students.
