Christmas Traditions in the Czech Republic



Points to Ponder


Why are traditions so powerful in shaping individual behavior?
What do they do in the Czech Republic that is similar to your family and community traditions?


TRADITIONS

COMING SOON!

CRAFTS to make for this event
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Beaded ornament (etsy.com)

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Beaded Ornaments

Grades 3-5

Check out more ornaments here

Then try making yours with straws, thread or yarn, and wooden beads.

Paper Ornaments


Grades K-2


Cut several shapes similar to the ones you see in this example.
Add two or three on top of each other with glue.
Add some yarn or string in between layers so you
will be able to hang the ornament later.
Add a stamp or sticker.
Glitter glue can add some shine.


RECIPES for traditional foods for Christmas in the Czech Republic.

Foods for a traditional Czech Christmas dinner include Fried Carp, Potato Salad and sweet breads. You can find several recipes here.

What does this photo remind you of that you may have at your house during the holidays?
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Cookie recipes
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Try some of these amazing cookie recipes to add some sweetness to your holiday.

Susenky or Foundation Cookies Recipe


Butter Cookies Recipe - Maslove Pecivo


Gingerbread Cookies - Pernik na Figurky


and find even more here.


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