December 15th: You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch
You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch - lyrics by Dr. Seuss and . music by Albert Hague in 1966.
Daily To Do (remember - cuddle up on a blanket, drink hot cocoa, make it snuggly and fun!)
Listen to the carols
Read the story, have a discussion with your child.
Glue the picture on the advent chart. If you are looking for ways to tie in this advent calendar to your school work, go through the following questions for these subjects.
Music – Listen to the different versions of the carol. Honestly, just enjoying the carols is enough for music appreciation.
What was the same about the versions of the song? What was different?
Were any unique instruments used?
What was the tempo? Fast or Slow.
Did they hear any dynamic changes? Quiet to Loud (Piano to Forte)
Which version was your favorite? Take a poll in your family.
Reading
Toddler/Preschool – ask them to point to different objects in the book.
Elementary schooler – Ask them for one thing they remember from the story.
Middle & High Schooler – Ask them to narrate (summarize) the story.
Music Selections
The original version, performed by Thurl Ravenscroft.
Pentatonix’s new bass singer, Matt, absolutely delights with this version. He is so musical and theatrical and I so enjoy their rendition.
Small Town Titans’ version is quite unique and different from any other Christmas song I’ve ever heard. But I can say from personal experience, it is quite a therapeutic song for any Christmas Season rage one might be feeling! :-)
Book Recommendations
How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss
Optional Extra Activities