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Kazakhstan Country Profile, Human Rights Day, International Tea Day, Dongzhi Festival, Hanukkah, Christmas Around the World, Kwanzaa, New Year's Eve Traditions, Global Gift Guide I'm winding down November feeling very thankful after spending time with family in the Florida Keys. What a slice of heaven! Wishing you a holiday season filled with warmth, love, and laughter. 💟 New Country Profile: Kazakhstan​ Kazakhstan is the largest landlocked country in the world. Most of its territory lies in Central Asia, with a small portion in Europe. It has vast open spaces, from rolling grassy steppes to towering mountains and shimmering deserts. Its people have a rich nomadic history and are famous for their warm hospitality, love of horses, and delicious food. Our country profile pages include an infographic, detailed map, national symbols, photo gallery, informational video, recommended books, learning activities, and more! December 2 & 3: Teachers Pay Teachers Sitewide Sale Save up to 25% with code CYBER24. Visit our store.​ December 10: Human Rights Day Introduce students to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Kid-friendly resources include an Amnesty International activity for students to investigate and understand how rights apply to everyday life, by examining a street scene showing human rights in practice. Through group and class discussion, children familiarize themselves with the rights set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and their meaning, and identify rights being enjoyed, denied and demanded. December 15: International Tea Day Background: Tea is the world’s most consumed drink, after water. It provides health benefits and has economic and cultural importance worldwide. -United Nations​ Activity: Host a tea party and share a story! Grab your book and follow along, or sit back and enjoy learning about teatime around the world. A discussion guide and printables are also available. Visit author Andrea Wang's website for a Discussion Guide and Audio Tea Party that includes links to hearing the word for tea spoken in many languages. December 21 Dongzhi Festival The Dongzhi Festival, also known as the Winter Solstice Festival, is a traditional Chinese celebration marking the shortest day and longest night of the year, typically falling on or around December 21st or 22nd. Rooted in the ancient philosophy of yin and yang, the festival signifies the turning point when days start to become longer, symbolizing increased positivity and light. Families gather to enjoy special foods such as tangyuan (glutinous rice balls) in southern China, representing unity and prosperity, or dumplings in northern China, traditionally eaten to ward off the cold. Dongzhi also serves as a time for honoring ancestors and celebrating renewal as winter deepens. ​How to Celebrate Dongzhi Festival | Chinese Activities for Kids from Chalk Academy Hanukkah (December 25 - January 2)
Christmas (December 25)
Kwanzaa (December 26 - January 1)
​ December 31 New Year's Eve From Spain to Japan, discover 14 different New Year’s Eve celebrations around the globe. -Afar​
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Global Learning Fellowship, Arab American Heritage Month, School Library Month, Passover, World Art Day, Easter, Pysanky, Mother Earth Day, World Penguin Day, International Jazz Day & Barefoot Books Diverse Titles As events unfold around the dismantling of the Department of Education, I want to take a moment to recognize the dedication of teachers like you. No matter the changes ahead, your work remains vital in shaping young minds, fostering curiosity, and creating inclusive learning...
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