Eloise at Christmastime Movie Lesson Plan for Grades 3–5

🎄 Eloise at Christmastime – 2-Hour Lesson Plan

Grade 3–5 | Reading & Writing | Christmas Movie Lesson

Bring the magic of the Plaza Hotel to your classroom with this engaging Eloise at Christmastime Lesson Plan! Perfect for the holiday season, this 2-hour activity blends reading comprehension, vocabulary, and creative writing—all centered around the beloved film Eloise at Christmastime (2003).

✅ What’s Included

• Step-by-step 2-hour lesson plan

• Student worksheets for vocabulary, comprehension, and writing

• Discussion prompts and prediction activities

• Optional extension projects (design a hotel room, write a letter to Eloise, etc.)

• Printable vocabulary chart featuring festive and hotel-themed words

🎬 How It Works in the Classroom

• Begin with pre-viewing discussions and vocabulary practice.

• Watch Eloise at Christmastime while following guided notes.

• Wrap up with post-movie reflections, creative writing, and class discussion.

• Great for sub plans, holiday literacy rotations, or a fun Friday before winter break!

📚 Standards & Learning Goals

Students will:

• Identify main characters and traits

• Summarize plot events and story sequence

• Apply context clues to understand new words

• Practice descriptive and narrative writing

• Discuss themes of kindness and generosity

💖 Why Teachers Love It

⭐ Aligned with reading comprehension and writing standards
⭐ Keeps students engaged during the busy holiday season
⭐ Easy prep—just print, play, and teach!
⭐ Encourages teamwork, creativity, and empathy