High School The History of the King Cake
ELA, Reading, Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Research, Resources for Teachers, Social Studies, History
About This Product
Hey mama! As I am right there in the trenches with you navigating the high school years with my own 9th grader, I know firsthand how tough it is to find those "unicorn" resources—the ones that are actually academically rigorous but don't bore our teens to tears. I poured my heart into creating this History of the King Cake unit because I wanted something for my daughter that moved past the basic Mardi Gras trivia and really pushed her to think about how cultures evolve and adapt.
INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE:
A detailed reading passage on King Cake history.
20 Complex prompts requiring paragraph-style answers.
Detailed example responses for easy grading.
Structured note-taking sheets for active reading and retention.
TOPIC COVERED:
Exploring the pagan roots of Saturnalia rituals.
How Epiphany and the Magi shaped tradition.
French and Spanish influences in early Louisiana.
Deep dives into colors, shapes, and hidden babies.
When it comes down to it, my heart’s desire is to put tools in your hands that make your homeschool days feel a little lighter and a lot more meaningful. This King Cake unit really was a labor of love for me—I built it to meet the exact same high standards I hold for my own daughter’s 9th-grade year, and it is such a joy to finally share it with your family. It is honestly the perfect way to lean into the fun of the Carnival season without feeling like you are falling behind on those heavy-hitting high school English and History requirements. I have always found that when we give our teens something truly fascinating and culturally rich to sink their teeth into, that is when they actually start to love the process of learning. Thank you so much for supporting my work and letting me be a small part of your journey; I cannott wait to hear how this unit brings a little "Big Easy" magic to your high school lessons.
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Tina - Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
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