ClassX Video Lessons Grade Grade 1 Snow Day Read Aloud | Winter Holiday Celebrations | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
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Hello friends! I’m Caroline from the Khan Academy Kids team, and I’m thrilled to be here with you today. If you subscribe to our channel, we’ll let you know when the next Circle Time is out. Today, I’m joined by my friend Sophie. Hi, Sophie!
Today, we’re having a snow day! Some of you might know what snow is because it’s cold and snowy outside your house. For those in warmer places, snow might be new to you. Snow is cold, icy, fluffy, and fun! It’s made of tiny ice particles that form when water freezes as it falls from the sky.
We have a book called “Snow Day” by Cynthia Platt. In the story, Reya and Ollo see snow falling and decide to go sledding. Reya is nervous about sledding for the first time, but Ollo helps her learn. They start on a small hill, and Reya discovers that sledding is fun!
We learned some words with S blends, like “snow,” “sled,” and “smash.” These words start with an S and blend with another letter to make a new sound. Can you find these words in sentences and practice saying them?
What do you like to do in the snow? Some friends enjoy running, building snowmen, skiing, or drinking hot chocolate. There are so many fun activities to do in the snow!
Did you know that while it’s winter in some parts of the world, it’s summer in others? In places like Australia, it’s hot and sunny, and people enjoy going to the beach. Isn’t it interesting how seasons are different around the world?
We learned about different holidays from our friends. Effie told us about St. Nick’s Day, where you put boots by the door for little presents. Maasa shared about Hanukkah, a Jewish holiday with menorahs, latkes, and dreidels. Owen explained New Year’s celebrations with fireworks and shouting “Happy New Year!”
Some people make New Year’s Resolutions to start something new. Ephras shared his resolutions, like dedicating more time to art, reading more books, and spreading happiness. What are your resolutions?
Thank you for joining us today. We loved learning about snow and holidays with you. Please share your holiday stories with us. Goodbye for now from Caroline, Sophie, and the Khan Academy Kids team. See you next time!
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Snow Observation Journal: If you live in a place where it snows, start a snow observation journal. Each day, draw a picture of what the snow looks like outside. Is it fluffy, icy, or melting? If you don’t have snow, draw what you imagine snow would look like. Write a sentence about how the snow changes each day. This will help you notice the different ways snow can appear and feel.
Make Your Own Snow: Try making your own snow at home! Mix baking soda and water to create a snow-like substance. How does it feel? Is it cold like real snow? Use your snow to build a small snowman or create a snowy scene. This activity helps you understand the texture and properties of snow.
Seasonal Exploration: Talk with your family about the different seasons. What is your favorite season and why? Draw a picture of your favorite season and include activities you like to do during that time. If you have friends or family in other parts of the world, ask them about their current season and what they enjoy doing. This will help you learn about how seasons vary around the world.
