If you're looking for an engaging project in December for your Child Development students, you've come to the right place! This activity is perfect for the FCS teacher who wants to strengthen students’ understanding of child development, developmental domains, and developmentally appropriate practice — all through engaging, holiday-spirited fun.
 
"What should I get little Johnny for Christmas?" - That's the question every parent and relative is asking around the holidays! With so many toys on the shelves and in the catalogs, it can be hard to know what actually helps a child play and grow while developing new skills. This is where YOUR students come in to help!
 
Your students will step into the role of a trusted guide, the expert when it comes to helping parents and relatives select developmentally appropriate gifts for the little ones in their lives.
 
Using the template provided, students will shop and create a Christmas gift guide based on age and 3 areas of development:
 
Fine Motor
Gross Motor
Cognitive / Imaginative Play
 
Are your students up for the challenge?
 
Here's What To Expect:
 
15 Editable Slides 💻 That Include:
 
Engaging Warm Up & Discussion (10 minutes)
Project Hook That Gets Students Invested!
Today’s Mission (Parents Need Their Help!)
Learning Target
Project Instructions
Suggestions For Shopping
Exit Ticket & Closure (5-10 minutes)
 
✨Christmas Guide Templates are Provided✨
✨Instructions & Grading Rubric are Provided✨
 
** There are 2 project options in the folder. Option 1 is great for students who need accommodations or a little bit of extra help during the activity. Option 2 allows for more rigor and deeper application**
 
MINIMAL prep required, great for a fun December project to use the last week before Christmas break.
 
Using this resource is SUPER easy!
 
✅Review The Provided Lesson Plan
✅Choose Project Option 1 or 2
✅Edit Slides if Needed
✅Add a Copy of The Guide & Instructions For Each Student In Google Classroom
✅Have Fun Teaching & Gift Shopping!
 
✏️ If you're looking for an activity that pairs well with this resource, take a look here:
Child Development Activity: Little Learners Gift Sort
 
I always strive to create meaningful, engaging resources for the FCS classroom. If you find that this product saves you time and your students enjoy it, please leave a review. Your feedback is crucial and invaluable to me!
 
By Grace,
 
Baylie Collins
FCS and Creativeness
@fcsandcreativeness
 
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