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Christmas in Switzerland — Samichlaus Paper Plate Craft

Updated: 14 Nov 2023

Teach about Christmas in Switzerland and introduce students to Samichlaus with a printable paper plate Christmas craft.

Non-Editable: PDF
Pages: 3 Pages
Grades: PK - 4

Curriculum

Social Studies 3.13

Science, technology, and society. The student understands how individuals have created or invented new technology and affected life in various communities, past and present. The student is expected to:
1. TEKS Social Studies
2. TEKS Social Studies 3
Social Studies 3.13(A)

Identify individuals who have discovered scientific breakthroughs or created or invented new technology such as Jonas Salk, Cyrus McCormick, Bill Gates, Louis Pasteur, and others; and
Social Studies 3.13(B)

Describe the impact of scientific breakthroughs and new technology in computers, pasteurization, and medical vaccines on various communities.
Social Studies 4.19

Social studies skills. The student applies critical-thinking skills to organize and use information acquired from a variety of valid sources, including technology. The student is expected to:
1. TEKS Social Studies
2. TEKS Social Studies 4
Social Studies 4.19(C)

Analyze information by applying absolute and relative chronology through sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and-effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and dra...

teaching resource

Christmas in Switzerland — Samichlaus Paper Plate Craft

Updated: 14 Nov 2023

Teach about Christmas in Switzerland and introduce students to Samichlaus with a printable paper plate Christmas craft.

Non-Editable: PDF
Pages: 3 Pages
Grades: PK - 4

Teach about Christmas in Switzerland and introduce students to Samichlaus with a printable paper plate Christmas craft.

Let’s Celebrate Christmas in Switzerland!

The holiday season is just around the corner, and what better way to spread the festive cheer than by introducing your students to Christmas around the world? Christmas Around the World events help promote cultural awareness and appreciation among your students. Get ready to take them on a magical journey to Switzerland and introduce them to Samichlaus!

Who Is Samichlaus? Why, He’s The Swiss Santa, of Course!

Samichlaus is a figure associated with Christmas traditions in Switzerland, particularly in the German-speaking regions. Samichlaus is a Swiss version of Santa Claus, but there are some distinct differences in the character and the way he is celebrated.

In Swiss folklore, Samichlaus is often depicted as a kindly figure dressed in a bishop’s robe and carrying a staff. He is accompanied by his helper, Schmutzli, who is responsible for bringing a bag of treats. Unlike the more widely known Santa Claus, Samichlaus is said to visit homes on the night of December 5th, the day before St. Nicholas’ Day, to reward well-behaved children with sweets, nuts, and fruits.

Let’s Make a Christmas Paper Plate Craft!

This printable craft set includes easy-to-follow instructions and templates for creating a charming Samichlaus face on a paper plate. Students will enjoy coloring, cutting, and assembling their own Samichlaus, complete with his traditional white beard, hat, and festive colors.

Your new Christmas craft template awaits! Don’t miss out – hit that Download button to secure your quick-print PDF resource file and start exploring Christmas Around the World.

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Curriculum

Social Studies 3.13

Science, technology, and society. The student understands how individuals have created or invented new technology and affected life in various communities, past and present. The student is expected to:
1. TEKS Social Studies
2. TEKS Social Studies 3
Social Studies 3.13(A)

Identify individuals who have discovered scientific breakthroughs or created or invented new technology such as Jonas Salk, Cyrus McCormick, Bill Gates, Louis Pasteur, and others; and
Social Studies 3.13(B)

Describe the impact of scientific breakthroughs and new technology in computers, pasteurization, and medical vaccines on various communities.
Social Studies 4.19

Social studies skills. The student applies critical-thinking skills to organize and use information acquired from a variety of valid sources, including technology. The student is expected to:
1. TEKS Social Studies
2. TEKS Social Studies 4
Social Studies 4.19(C)

Analyze information by applying absolute and relative chronology through sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and-effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and dra...

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