Christmas Holiday Around the World Task Cards Social Studies Passages Activities

Looking for fun review activities on Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa winter holiday symbols that support reading comprehension skills? These social studies passage task cards feature important holiday symbols around the world! Aligned with 3rd-5th grade standards, this resource is a great activity before winter or Christmas break and for teaching students about different holiday symbols and traditions celebrated during Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa.

What Topics are Included?
Your students will learn about the following symbols:

• Menorah
• Christmas Tree
• Kinara
• Star of Bethlehem
• Zawadi
• Dreidel
• Wreath
• Mazao
• Angel
• Christmas Lights
• Latkes
• Kikombe cha Umoja
• Reindeer
• St. Nicholas
• Gelt
• Mkeka
• Candy Cane
• Nativity Scene
• Stocking
• Sufganiyot

What’s Included?
This set of task cards provides a variety of activities designed for differentiation and flexible use:

• 20 Holiday Symbols Passage Task Cards featuring key facts about a variety of related topics and concepts.
• 2 multiple-choice questions per task card that directly relate to the passage and encourage reading comprehension skill practice.
• 2 Recording Sheet Size Options for different learning needs.
• Answer Key for easy grading and self-checking.
• Digital Google Slides Version for use in distance learning or digital platforms.
• Instructions and Suggestions for Use to guide teachers in implementation.

Why Task Cards?
Task cards offer an engaging, low-prep way for students to practice reading comprehension, learn about social studies, and apply critical thinking skills. They are ideal for:

• Independent work
• Small group practice
• Centers or stations
• Homework or test prep
• Differentiated instruction for ELL/ESL students

How It Works
Students will read a short passage of an important social studies topic or concept on each task card, then answer comprehension questions tailored to enhance understanding and retention. These cards are perfect for formative assessments and can be used for both printable and digital learning.

Social Studies made Smart and Simple!
Teach about important events, ideas, and individuals while providing your students with meaningful, standards-aligned activities that are easy to implement and engaging for learners of all levels.