Christmas Wishes

Students explore Christmas traditions, include classmates who celebrate differently, and publish their own story in Build My Story. Each student gets a free e-book with optional printed copies.

Short on time? Your class can publish straight away, by using ‘Lesson plan 2’

Your Student Will...

  • Learn about Christmas traditions and the spirit of giving.
  • Write a kindness story, real or magical.
  • Use safe AI to create and publish your book.

Christmas Wishes

Students explore Christmas traditions, include classmates who celebrate differently, and publish their own story in Build My Story. Each student gets a free e-book with optional printed copies.

Short on time? Your class can publish straight away, by using ‘Lesson plan 2’

Your Student Will...

  • Learn about Christmas traditions and the spirit of giving.
  • Write a kindness story, real or magical.
  • Use safe AI to create and publish your book.

Grades 2-6

Christmas Wishes

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Timeline (Optional)

Session 1: Lesson & Plan

30-45 mins

Session 2: Draft & Write

30-45 mins

Session 3: Publish & Share

30-45 mins

Lesson Plan Option 1
Lesson Plan Option 1
Lesson Plan Option 2
Lesson Plan Option 2
Slide Deck (PDF)
Slide Deck (PDF)
Slide Deck (PPTX)
Slide Deck (PPTX)
Prompt Sheet
Prompt Sheet
Student Worksheets
Student Worksheets
Word Bank & Phrases
Word Bank & Phrases

Lesson Plan Option 2

Lesson Plan Option 2

Slide Deck (PDF)

Slide Deck (PPTX)

Student Tutorial Printout

Prompt Sheet

Student Worksheets

Word Bank & Phrases

Lesson Plan Option 1
Lesson Plan Option 1
Lesson Plan Option 2
Lesson Plan Option 2
Slide Deck (PDF)
Slide Deck (PDF)
Slide Deck (PPTX)
Slide Deck (PPTX)
Prompt Sheet
Prompt Sheet
Student Worksheets
Student Worksheets
Word Bank & Phrases
Word Bank & Phrases

Lesson Plan Option 2

Lesson Plan Option 2

Slide Deck (PDF)

Slide Deck (PPTX)

Student Tutorial Printout

Prompt Sheet

Student Worksheets

Word Bank & Phrases

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Standards

Writing - Narratives

Writing - Narratives
W.2.3–W.5.3

 Students write real or imagined stories with clear sequence, sensory detail, dialogue when helpful, and a strong ending.

Writing - Informative/Explanatory
W.2.2–W.5.2

 Students explain ideas from the mini-lesson (dates, traditions, generosity) in organized paragraphs when blending notes with narrative.

Language - Conventions

Language - Conventions
L.2.1–L.5.1 L.2.2–L.5.2

Students apply grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and grade-level spelling.

Speaking and Listening
SL.2.1–SL.5.1 SL.2.4–SL.5.4

 Students collaborate in discussions, give feedback, and present finished work clearly.

Speaking & Listening

Reading - Informational
RI.2.3–RI.5.3

 Students use key details from short background notes to support accurate, respectful writing.

CSTA - Digital Literacy
1B-AP-17 1B-IC-18 1B-IC-19

Students create and refine a digital artifact and use technology responsibly.

Standards

Writing - Narratives

Writing - Narratives
W.2.3–W.5.3

 Students write real or imagined stories with clear sequence, sensory detail, dialogue when helpful, and a strong ending.

Writing - Informative/Explanatory
W.2.2–W.5.2

 Students explain ideas from the mini-lesson (dates, traditions, generosity) in organized paragraphs when blending notes with narrative.

Language - Conventions

Language - Conventions
L.2.1–L.5.1 L.2.2–L.5.2

Students apply grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and grade-level spelling.

Speaking and Listening
SL.2.1–SL.5.1 SL.2.4–SL.5.4

 Students collaborate in discussions, give feedback, and present finished work clearly.

Speaking & Listening

Reading - Informational
RI.2.3–RI.5.3

 Students use key details from short background notes to support accurate, respectful writing.

CSTA - Digital Literacy
1B-AP-17 1B-IC-18 1B-IC-19

Students create and refine a digital artifact and use technology responsibly.

Overview