Christmas Eve on Sesame Street: 2-Hour Lesson Plan & Worksheets

🎄 Christmas Eve on Sesame Street – 2-Hour Lesson Plan

Elementary Grades (Ages 6–10)

✨ Bring the magic of Sesame Street to your classroom this holiday season! This 2-hour Christmas Eve on Sesame Street lesson plan combines literacy, social-emotional learning, and holiday fun — all centered around friendship, kindness, and giving. Perfect for before winter break or a cozy December activity day.

✅ What’s Included

• Full 2-hour lesson plan with detailed pacing (Pre-, During-, and Post-viewing)

• Student worksheet packet with 14 engaging activities

• Teacher answer key for easy grading

• Discussion questions, vocabulary practice, and writing prompts

• Creative drawing and friendship activities

• Optional extension ideas and inclusive holiday discussion points

🎬 How It Works in the Classroom

• Watch Christmas Eve on Sesame Street (available on YouTube/DVD)

• Use the pre-viewing discussion to activate prior knowledge

• Guide students through comprehension, sequencing, and vocabulary tasks

• Wrap up with reflective writing or creative drawing projects

• Great for whole-group viewing, sub plans, or holiday enrichment

📚 Learning Objectives

Students will:

• Identify main characters and story events

• Learn vocabulary related to ice skating, presents, and winter traditions

• Explore themes of friendship, generosity, and community

• Strengthen sequencing and comprehension skills

• Reflect on what makes gifts meaningful

💛 Why Teachers Love It

⭐ Aligned with ELA comprehension and SEL goals
⭐Easy prep — just print, play, and teach!
⭐ Engaging mix of discussion, writing, and creativity
⭐ Includes built-in differentiation and reflection
⭐ Encourages empathy and kindness during the holidays