December 19th: Over the River and Through the Woods
Over the River and Through the Wood, a Thanksgiving poem by Lydia Maria Child, published in 1844.
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
This brand new song, just released this December is excellent! I’m always excited when Pentatonix releases a new song plus this one has Kevin playing his cello which I just love!
The first pop group most of us were exposed to as kids - Alvin and the Chipmunks!
Carmen’s version of Over the River
Book Recommendations
Over the River and Through the Wood, Illustrated by Emma Randall
Optional Extra Activities