English party «Christmas is coming!» Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbmZvdXJvay5ydS92bmVrbGFzc25vZS1tZXJvcHJpeWF0aWUtcG8tYW5nbGl5c2tvbXUteWF6aWt1LXJvemhkZXN0dm8tNzM0NzkyLmh0bWw%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaGlnaGNvdW50cnlsaWdodHMuY29tL3NlYXNvbmFsLXRpZGJpdHMvcmFuZG9tLWNocmlzdG1hcy1mYWN0cw%3D%3D
Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbmZvdXJvay5ydS92bmVrbGFzc25vZS1tZXJvcHJpeWF0aWUtcG8tYW5nbGl5c2tvbXUteWF6aWt1LXJvemhkZXN0dm8tNzM0NzkyLmh0bWw%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaGlnaGNvdW50cnlsaWdodHMuY29tL3NlYXNvbmFsLXRpZGJpdHMvcmFuZG9tLWNocmlzdG1hcy1mYWN0cw%3D%3D
Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
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Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbmZvdXJvay5ydS92bmVrbGFzc25vZS1tZXJvcHJpeWF0aWUtcG8tYW5nbGl5c2tvbXUteWF6aWt1LXJvemhkZXN0dm8tNzM0NzkyLmh0bWw%3D
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Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbmZvdXJvay5ydS92bmVrbGFzc25vZS1tZXJvcHJpeWF0aWUtcG8tYW5nbGl5c2tvbXUteWF6aWt1LXJvemhkZXN0dm8tNzM0NzkyLmh0bWw%3D
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Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbmZvdXJvay5ydS92bmVrbGFzc25vZS1tZXJvcHJpeWF0aWUtcG8tYW5nbGl5c2tvbXUteWF6aWt1LXJvemhkZXN0dm8tNzM0NzkyLmh0bWw%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaGlnaGNvdW50cnlsaWdodHMuY29tL3NlYXNvbmFsLXRpZGJpdHMvcmFuZG9tLWNocmlzdG1hcy1mYWN0cw%3D%3D
Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
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Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbmZvdXJvay5ydS92bmVrbGFzc25vZS1tZXJvcHJpeWF0aWUtcG8tYW5nbGl5c2tvbXUteWF6aWt1LXJvemhkZXN0dm8tNzM0NzkyLmh0bWw%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaGlnaGNvdW50cnlsaWdodHMuY29tL3NlYXNvbmFsLXRpZGJpdHMvcmFuZG9tLWNocmlzdG1hcy1mYWN0cw%3D%3D
Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
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Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbmZvdXJvay5ydS92bmVrbGFzc25vZS1tZXJvcHJpeWF0aWUtcG8tYW5nbGl5c2tvbXUteWF6aWt1LXJvemhkZXN0dm8tNzM0NzkyLmh0bWw%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaGlnaGNvdW50cnlsaWdodHMuY29tL3NlYXNvbmFsLXRpZGJpdHMvcmFuZG9tLWNocmlzdG1hcy1mYWN0cw%3D%3D
Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
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Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbmZvdXJvay5ydS92bmVrbGFzc25vZS1tZXJvcHJpeWF0aWUtcG8tYW5nbGl5c2tvbXUteWF6aWt1LXJvemhkZXN0dm8tNzM0NzkyLmh0bWw%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaGlnaGNvdW50cnlsaWdodHMuY29tL3NlYXNvbmFsLXRpZGJpdHMvcmFuZG9tLWNocmlzdG1hcy1mYWN0cw%3D%3D
Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbmZvdXJvay5ydS92bmVrbGFzc25vZS1tZXJvcHJpeWF0aWUtcG8tYW5nbGl5c2tvbXUteWF6aWt1LXJvemhkZXN0dm8tNzM0NzkyLmh0bWw%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaGlnaGNvdW50cnlsaWdodHMuY29tL3NlYXNvbmFsLXRpZGJpdHMvcmFuZG9tLWNocmlzdG1hcy1mYWN0cw%3D%3D
Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
English party «Christmas is coming!»
Extracurricular activity for the students of the 5-8 forms
Basic book: Biboletova M. Z., Babushis E.E., Snezhko N. D.
Time: 40 minutes.
School level: 4-8 forms.
Level of knowledge: elementary, pre-intermediate.
Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents.
The main aim: to provide relevant stimulating age specific materials that help sustain student’s motivation.
The tasks:
1 to help students remember the language learnt in class;
2 to encourage students to take an active part in extra activities;
3 to provide culturally-rich content about the world with a focus on the UK and
other English-speaking countries.
Teacher: Good day, dear students! Today we are having a special party. Our party is devoted to the most exciting, the most beautiful and the most favourite holiday - Christmas. Christmas is a religious holiday. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with costumes. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The traditions include exchanging presents, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
Chorus:
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm, all is bright,
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! Holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight!
Glories stream from Heaven afar,
Heavenly Hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Christ, the Saviour, is born!
Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, loves pure light
Radiant beams from Thy Holy Face
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy Birth!
Teacher: For millions of Christians throughout the world it is the happiest and the busiest time of the year. No one knows the exact date of Christ's birth but most Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. People of different countries celebrate Christmas differently. People in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths and ornaments. City streets are decorated with coloured lights; the sound of bells and Christmas carols can be heard everywhere.
Student 1:
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Snow in the window,
Much confetti,
Bright-blue, red and yellow
Lights on the tree.
Smiling eyes and faces,
Sweet music in the hall,
I think someone places
Happiness here for all.
Merry, Merry Christmas
Is likely to come.
Merry, Merry Christmas,
You are welcome!
Student 2:
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Red and green and blue.
Please send me a Christmas card,
And I'll send one to you.
Christmas Cards. Christmas Cards.
Hanging by the tree.
I'll send you a Christmas card,
If you send one to me.
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 5 a form with a song «O Christmas tree»!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can’t give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can't give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Teacher: Welcome the students of the 8 a form with a song «Last Christmas».
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well…. It's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
"Happy Christmas"
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on
Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover
With a fire in his heart
A man under cover
But you tore me apart
Now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
I’ve done many things for Christmas
I’ve tied each present with bow,
But there’s one other thing
I wanted to tell you
How much I love you
But I think – you too.
Teacher: It is winter! Do you hear the sounds? The snowflakes are dancing behind the window.
Student 3:
Snowflakes
Snowflakes fall on trees and walk
Snowflakes fall as white as chalk
Snowflakes fall into my hand
Snowflakes brighten up my land
Teacher: Children write letters to Santa Claus and tell him what presents they would like to get. Many department stores hire people to wear a Santa Claus costume and listen to children's requests. People send Christmas cards to relatives and friends. Many companies give presents to their employees. Let’s listen to some poems about him.
Student 4:
Visiting Santa.
You have to wait in line
To see Santa, but that’s fine.
It’s worth every minute of queuing
And the anticipation of viewing.
Santa Claus with his big belly
Wobbling like a bowl full of jelly
And his fruity chuckle you hear
In the Christmas grotto each year
Then you get to climb onto his lap
And have your special Christmas chat.
Then all too soon its time to go
And Santa gives you a HO HO HO.
Student 5:
Yes, There Is A Santa Claus.
If you want the great gift giver
To come on his sleigh and deliver
Then remember this simple rhyme
And recall it at Christmas time:
“If in Santa you do not believe
Christmas gifts you will not receive”.
Teacher: Now the students of the 4th form will sing a song «Merry Christmas».
Merry Christmas!
The sleigh bells go ring, ring, ring,
ring, ring, ring.
Santa goes ho, ho, ho,
ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas!
The reindeer go up and down,
up and down.
The star on the tree goes twinkle, twinkle,
twinkle, twinkle.
Merry Christmas!
Teacher: Now we will learn some interesting facts about Christmas in different countries.
Student 6:
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy 37.1 million real Christmas trees each year; 25 percent of them are from the nation's 5,000 choose-and-cut farms.
Although many believe the Friday after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year, it is not. It is the fifth to tenth busiest day. The Friday and Saturday before Christmas are the two busiest shopping days of the year.
America's official national Christmas tree is located in King's Canyon National Park in California. The tree, a giant sequoia called the "General Grant Tree," is over 300 feet (90 meters) high. It was made the official Christmas tree in 1925.
An artificial spider and web are often included in the decorations on Ukrainian Christmas trees. A spider web found on Christmas morning is believed to bring good luck.
As early as 1822, the postmaster in Washington, D.C. was worried by the amount of extra mail at Christmas time. His preferred solution to the problem was to limit by law the number of cards a person could send. Even though commercial cards were not available at that time, people were already sending so many homemade cards that sixteen extra mail carriers had to be hired in the city.
Student 7:
Christmas is a summer holiday in South Africa. Children are fond of the age-old custom of producing pantomimes - for instance, "Babes in the Wood," founded on one of the oldest ballads in the English language. Boxing Day on December 26th, when boxes of food and clothing are given to the poor, is observed as a holiday.
Christmas presents were in antiquity among kings and chieftains, especially on the European continent. However, they have been common among ordinary people in Iceland only during the past 100 or so years.
It is known that Christmas trees have been popular in Germany as far back as the sixteenth century. In England, they became popular after Queen Victoria's husband Albert, who came from Germany, made a tree part of the celebrations at Windsor Castle. In the United States, the earliest known mention of a Christmas tree is in the diary of a German who settled in Pennsylvania.
In Finland and Sweden there is an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
Teacher: Great! Now we know a lot about Christmas. Now the students of the 5 form will sing a song «Santa Clause is Coming to Town».
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town hey
He's makin' a list
An' checkin' it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He sees you when your sleepin'
He knows when your awake
He knows if you been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
The kids and girl in Boyland
Will have what you believe
They're gonna build a Toyland
All around the Christmas tree
You better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin', comin', comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin' comin' comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Santa Claus is comin'
Is comin' to town
Teacher: It’s time to sing our favourite song «Jingle Bells» together.
Dashing through the snow
On a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the fields we go,
Laughing all the way;
Bells on bob-tail ring,
making spirits bright,
What fun it is to ride and sing
A sleighing song tonight,
Jingle bells, jingle bells,
jingle all the way!
O what fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
I thought I’d take a ride,
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side;
The horse was lean and lank;
Misfortune seemed his lot;
He got into a drifted bank,
And we, we got upsot.
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
O What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
A day or two ago,
the story I must tell
I went out on the snow
And on my back I fell;
A gent was riding by
In a one-horse open sleigh,
He laughed as there
I sprawling lie,
But quickly drove away,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
o What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young,
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song;
Just get a bob-tailed bay
two-forty as his speed
Hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead,
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,
Jingle all the way!
О What fun it is to ride
In a one-horse open sleigh.
Teacher: We have had a lot of singing and speaking today. Our friendly and free atmosphere has helped us to enjoy the party, be understanding and sympathetic towards the culture of other countries, and respect your culture and people. However, t's time to finish our party. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Resources:
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xsZWd5LnVjb3oucnUvcHVibC8zMi0xLTAtMjY3Nw%3D%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbmZvdXJvay5ydS92bmVrbGFzc25vZS1tZXJvcHJpeWF0aWUtcG8tYW5nbGl5c2tvbXUteWF6aWt1LXJvemhkZXN0dm8tNzM0NzkyLmh0bWw%3D
- https://text.ru/rd/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaGlnaGNvdW50cnlsaWdodHMuY29tL3NlYXNvbmFsLXRpZGJpdHMvcmFuZG9tLWNocmlzdG1hcy1mYWN0cw%3D%3D
Время | Этапы урока | Формы взаимодействия учащихся | Материалы, технические средства, пр. |
5 min 30min 5 min. |
| Personalization of the material, songs, mixed ability activities, speaking skills requirements. | Equipment: musical centre, laptop, microphone, posters, Christmas cards, decorations and presents. |
