December 15: O Christmas Tree
O Christmas Tree (O Tannenbaum), the modern lyrics were written in 1824 by German composer, Ernst Anschutz.
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.
Music Selections
Selah - Rose of Bethlehem
Vince Guaraldi Trio - O Tannenbaum
O Christmas Tree / O Tannenbaum / A Chalres Cornell Christmas
Read Aloud Book Recommendations
Cobweb Christmas: The Tradition of Tinsel by Shirley Climo (The German folktale about the origin of Tinsel decorations on the Christmas Tree)