A Christmas Carol Lesson Plans
The classic story "A Christmas Carol" ~ a famous author, Charles Dickens ~ creative animation genius, Walt Disney Productions ~ & one uniquely facinating actor, Jim Carrey ~ what else can I say!?
With the new Disney Christmas Carol movie out now, what a great time for educators and families to learn more about this timeless work of literature! Lesson plans, multi-curricular subject activities, teaching and learning resources, books, worksheets, videos, and games have been collected to teach an interesting unit on "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens!
A Christmas Carol (full title, A Christmas Carol. In Prose. Being A Ghost Story of Christmas) is a novella by English author Charles Dickens about a miserly, cold, unfeeling, old curmudgeon and his secular conversion and redemption after being visited by four ghosts on Christmas Eve. The book was first published on 19 December 1843 with illustrations by John Leech, and quickly met with commercial success and critical acclaim. The tale has been viewed as an indictment of nineteenth century industrial capitalism and has been credited with returning the holiday to one of merriment and festivity in Britain and America after a period of sobriety and sombreness. A Christmas Carol remains popular, has never been out of print,Douglas-Fairhurst viii and has been adapted to film, opera, and other media.
Christmas Literature Units
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Christmas Unit Study 6 - Math
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A Christmas Unit Study (Math) ~ Christmas is such an amazing time of year to celebrate the birth of the blessed baby, Jesus. While parents and teachers who are teaching about the events of the Bible, and the events of the seasons, why not turn it int...
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Christmas Unit Study 4 - Bible
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Christmas Unit Study 1 - Science
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Christmas Unit Study 2 - Social Studies
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Lesson Plans for A Christmas Carol
- A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
- Read the entire book online!
- *A Christmas Carol Lesson Resources*
- Mr. Donn's website has several power points on Christmas Carol and Charles Dickens, activities and games for kids, many lesson plans for teachers, online stories, and background information on the story. This site has more materials than any other I researched!
- Beyond the Story: A Dickens of a Party!
- Read ~ Write ~ Think has a wondeful unit for this novel! Go on a webquest, research about Victorian England, write a character sketch, and portray that character with behaviors and style of the times. Information for 10 lessons, research links, and assessments are included.
- Charles Dickens ~ A Christmas Carol
- A Study Guide with Consideration for Grammar from John McIlvain
~ Resource Links (I had trouble with a few of the links, though.)
~ Reading Comprehension Questions & Vocabulary Lists
~ A Humbug's Grammar ~ A Review of English Grammar Based Upon the Prose of Dickens' A Christmas Carol: Introduction, Subjects, Verbs, Subject, Predicate, Objects, Phrases (Verbal, Infinitive, Gerunds, Participal, Appositives, Comparison), Independant and Dependant Clauses, The Simple Sentence, The Compound Sentence, The Complex Sentence, The Compound-Complex Sentence, Sentence types in a paragraph, Exercises
~ Dickensian Grammar ~ Sentences from A Christmas Carol - Chistmas Carol Vocabulary
- Download a 15 page document with vocabulary, definitions, and worksheet quizzes related to 'A Christmas Carol'. These would make a nice addition to a notebook.
- Reading Comprehension Questions
- 22 questions from Easy Fun School
- Dicken' London
- Read about what London was like during Charles Dickens life in the 1800's.
- *Charles Dickens from BBC
- Enjoy an animated video about the life of Mr. Dickens, play a game "Survive Dickens' London", and read a biography of the author in this kid friendly site for learning.
- A Christmas Carol Study Guide
- Fantastic guide for studying the novel! Summaries and analysis are available for each stave along with characters essays, major themes,biography, and tests.
- Christmas Carol Lesson Plans
- Created by Lesson Planet
Charles John Huffam Dickens, FRSA (; 7 February 1812-9 June 1870), pen-name "Boz", was the most popular English novelist of the Victorian era, and one of the most popular of all time. He created some of literature's most iconic characters, with the theme of social reform running throughout his work. The continuing popularity of his novels and short stories is such that they have never gone out of print."What the Dickens?", by Simon Swift. The Guardian, Wednesday 18 April 2007. "Dickens's books have never gone out of print.""Victorian squalor and hi-tech gadgetry: Dickens World to open in England", Bloomberg News, 23 May 2007.
Much of his work first appeared in periodicals and magazines in serialised form, a popular way of publishing fiction at the time. Other writers would complete entire novels before serial publication commenced, but Dickens often wrote his in parts, in the order they were meant to appear. The practice lent his stories a particular rhythm, punctuated by one "cliffhanger" after another, to keep the public eager for the next installment.Stone, Harry. Dickens Working Notes for His Novels, Chicago, 1987
His work has been praised for its mastery of prose, and for its teeming gallery of unique personalities, by writers such as George Gissing and G. K. Chesterton, though the same characteristics have prompted others, such as Henry James and Virginia Woolf, to criticize him for sentimentality and implausibility.Henry James, "Our Mutual Friend", The Nation'', 21 December 1865.
Help for Classroom and Home Learning
A Christmas Carol
If you would like a copy for your home or school library, here is one you will treasure! There are many different publishers and editions of the story, but they are all the one we remember! Take a look through several to find your preference.
A Guide for Using A Christmas Carol in the Classroom
Teacher Created Material books also have great teachng ideas, crafts, activities, worksheets, and more to make a fun learning unit!
The Man Who Invented Christmas: How Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol Rescued His Career and Revived Our Holiday Spirits
Learn about the life of Charles Dickens, how this novel changed his life and ours. There are several marvelous editorial reviews at the link. Check them out!
Classical Comics Teaching Resource Pack: A Christmas Carol (British English)
"To accompany the "A Christmas Carol" graphic novels from "Classical Comics" and to help with their application in the classroom, this book includes a CD-ROM with the pages in PDF format. Suitable for teaching ages 10-17, it provides exercises that cover structure, understanding and character as well as key words, themes and literary techniques. The tasks focus on the use of language and comprehension, there are also many cross-curriculum topics, covering areas within history, ICT, drama, reading, speaking, writing and art." Amazon Description
Progeny Study Guide for A Christmas Carol SET--INCLUDES BOOK
High school students will be engaged in this book and study guide from Progeny Press. Background of the story is given along with activities, vocabulary, comprehension questions, literary diagnosis, writing tactics and usage, thought provoking questions encouraging students to consider scripture passages in conjunction to the intellectual dimensions, values, and religious topics. An answer key is included.
Bible Activities
- A Christmas Carol Special Edition
- The Charles Dickens Classic with Christian Insights and Discussion Questions for Groups and Families by Charles Dickens (Author), Stephen Skelton (Editor) in paperback.
- A Christmas Carol Bible Study
- Written by Primetime Parable Ministries, this Bible study may be purchased for a very reasonable fee. But that's not why I listed it here. I was impressed on the Bible references given to the characters and situations in the story. I've read and seen the movie in many formats dozens of times, but I had never quite thought of it in the way it is presented here. Check it out to see the main themes and Scriptural passages. If you click around, you will also find an interesting story about Mr. Dicken's Christian faith, again, something I was never aware of before.
Something to think about,
Mr. Scrooge:
"What good is it for a man to gain the whole world, yet forfeit his soul?"
Mark 8:36
Character Study for Christmas Carol
Language Arts ~ Creative Writing Activities
Creative Writing Assignment 1: Why not write up a character sketch of your favorite character from the story? What is it about that character's personality that appeals to you? What do you dislike? Can you relate to that character in any way? What is the character's main role in the story? Does the character change anything in his life or the life of others?
Creative Writing Assignment 2: Compare two or more characters from the story. Start by comparing and contrasting their characteristics on a Venn graph, then write an essay about the differences and similarities that you find.
Creative Writing Assignment 3: Pick a character and compare how the character is depicted in the book and the movie. Or compare the character from one movie to another. State which movie version(s) you chose to use. Is the character portrayed the way you would expect or differently? State the similarities and differences of the character.
Teachers and Students: Please submit essays about your favorite character(s) below to share with the world!
Submit your character essays here!
I will pick a few to be published!
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- ftuley ftuley Nov 24, 2009 @ 9:23 pm
- Great lens, thanks for sharing, 5*!
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- stacy_mcdaniel stacy_mcdaniel Nov 22, 2009 @ 12:09 pm
- Cool lens! I love this story. Hope I get a chance to watch it this Christmas.
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- hlkljgk hlkljgk Nov 11, 2009 @ 8:24 pm
- another wonderful resource
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- ShirlW ShirlW Nov 6, 2009 @ 8:41 am
- Isn't it amazing how many times and in how many ways this story has been retold? I like the scripture you shared with Mr. Scrouge! How appropriate.
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- stargazer00 stargazer00 Nov 3, 2009 @ 4:14 pm
- I believe the new Christmas Carol movie will be in 3D. The new 3D is very good now and our local theater just got a 3D projector so we'll probably go see it. Lesson plans for this are timely!
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A Christmas Carol (Ultimate Collector's Edition)(B/W & Color)
This movie brings back fond many memories. Each year in a local town is held a weekend celebration called "Old Fashioned Christmas". There are parades, concerts, displays, tours, plays, activities, art shows, and other exciting activities. The entire town is decorated in Victorian fashion ~ at businesses, homes, street lamps, you name it. Costumed actors in Victorian garb walk throughout the celebration bringing entertainment and information. It really makes one feel they have gone back in time to Victorian England at the time of "Scrooge". For several years after returning home after the exciting evening, we would get a fire going in the fireplace, curl up in a nice toasty comforter, drink some hot cocoa to warm up the fingers, taste a few Christmas cookies, and relax while watching this classic movie version of "A Christmas Carol". The original was in black and white, but it has been modernized with color. (I prefer the old black and white!) This DVD contains both so you can bring yourself back in time with Mr. Scrooge anytime you want.
Favorite Notebook & Lapbook Materials!
- *A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens*
- Live & Learn Press has created this fabulous "Learn 'N Folder" (lapbook) for grades 6 and up containing 40 mini books for a great study!
- *A Christmas Carol Notebook Pages*
- Melissa Telling of Lilliput Station Adventures made a beautiful set of notebook pages covering Dicken's Christmas Carol, Victorian Christmas, Plum Pudding, and Tiny Tim!
- *Christmas Carol Notebook Pages*
- The Homeschool Treasure Trove yahoo group has some wonderful pages for study constructed by Sonia!
"Bah! Humbug!"
Mr. Ebenezer Scrooge
Newest Disney Version ~ Christmas Carol!
- Disney's A Christmas Carol
- Starring Jim Carrey as Scrooge and all the Spirits, this movie was released on November 6th. Have a view here!
Disney's A Christmas Carol
Kids love using new cartridges on Nintendo DS, and this one includes Disney's newest Scrooge! They will enjoy playing fun games with Scrooge for hours.
Disney's New Carol
Exciting reading for children of all ages!
Disney's A Christmas Carol: The Movie Storybook
The 48 page hardback movie storybook for ages 9-12 contains pictures of several scenes from the movie.
Inside Disney's A Christmas Carol (Disney Early Readers)
This 32 page version of the story is for ages 4-8.
Bah, Humbug! (Disney's a Christmas Carol)
This 24 page reader is also geared for ages 4-8 by Disney Press.
Art of A Christmas Carol, The
"Who doesn't know the classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his spectral Christmas Eve dreams? Renowned director Robert Zemeckis has applied his signature stamp to this beloved tale, just in time for the holidays. This sumptuous hybrid Making of/Art of book will introduce readers to the world behind Zemeckis's camera, revealing the secrets of performance-capture technology, and displaying its singular style in a deluxe, artistic format. This gorgeous book--containing gatefolds and a ribbon--is sure to be at the top of everyone's Christmas list!" - Amazon
A Christmas Carol: The Junior Novel (Junior Novelization)
Older students will enjoy this 144 page version designed for readers 9-12 years of age.
Enjoy watching "Mickey's Christmas Carol"!
Mickey's Christmas Carol (1-3)
Mickey's Christmas Carol (2-3)
Mickey's Christmas Carol (3-3)
An American Christmas Carol with Henry Winkler (10 parts)
Scrooge with Alastair Sim (10 parts)
Christmas Carol Versions
Disney Animation Collection 7: Mickey's Christmas Carol
Mickey and his cast (Donald Duck, Scrooge McDuck, Goofy, Jiminy Cricket, and friends) present this less scary way to introduce the story to children. The DVD includes extra Christmas "shorts".
The Muppet Christmas Carol - Kermit's 50th Anniversary Edition
Join Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, and the Muppets gang as they take on this adaptation of Dicken's literature for family members of all ages.
A Christmas Carol: The Musical
Kelsey Grammer and Jason Alexander use their broadway experience and vocal talents in this musical version of A Christmas Carol.
An American Christmas Carol
The Christmas Eve of 1933 in Concord, New Hampshire is the setting of this American carol. Henry Winkler plays the part of "old Mr. Benedict Slade" (Scrooge) who during the time of the Great Depression tries to take away the last of the Christmas spirit left in the townpeople by repossessing their treasured belongings. His midnight "guests" help him to change his mind ... and heart.
Scrooged
Bill Murray plays the part of the cruelist TV executive in Manhattan when he meets the ghosts in this modern version.
Which movie version of "A Christmas Carol" do you prefer?
Choose what you will do, Scrooge! ~ "Men's courses will foreshadow certain ends, to which, if persevered in, they must lead. But if the courses be departed from, the end will change. Say it is thus with what you show me!" ~ The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
I had to add this video!
As a teacher, I was trying to think of other ways that a class or family could present this tale. Hhmmm ...
A CHRISTMAS CAROL by Charles Dickens (Singing Carols and Acted out in Puppetry + Art)
Merry Christmas! Yes it was merry indeed! Happy New Year Dearests! I got this idea to start a new tradition on Christmas eve to put on a Christmas play and make a video.. using drawings to tell the story...and asking my family to be the actors...It was so much fun! My sister and Brother were the leads in this play. My kids, nieces nephews grandson joined in too. My sis played Scrooges sister Fan and Fiance Belle and my brother played Scrooge...a good time was had by all! This is the story of Ebeneezer Scrooge life and how he changed in one night with the help of three spirits! "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens...1843 Dickens called it his "Little Christmas Book." It sold thousands of copies in no time in 1843He wrote this in a couple of weeks cause of some debt he had. It has become an old time Christmas classic! Hope you enjoy my families sometimes silly sometimes serious sometimes scary (not really) version of it.We did it last week Chritmas Eve. I took a few days to process it. So here it is! MAY I PRESENT TO YOU CHARLES DICKENS CLASSIC....CHRISTMAS STORY--" A Christmas Carol." ENJOY! MAMAMIA artwork by mamamialove Originally written music "God Bless Us All" and some background music by mamamialove all other Christmas Carols : Deck the Halls(John Parry Ddall, published in1784 and 1794; (God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen(composer unknown +its an English Traditional Christmas Carol); Good King Wenceslaus- J.M. Neale lyrics; Joy to the World-lyrics-Isaac Watts(1719) and George Frederick Handel (1685-1759). Several bits of Silent Night Organ, Pachelbel / Dm and all sound affects compliments of Arc Soft/Showbiz program used with permission. And guitar and song by MamaMiaLove
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Please share an idea or two how to create a family or class version like the one above.
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How would you have a group retell the story? Video? Performance? Make a book? Rewrite it in poetry form? Rewrite as in modern times? Other creative options? I can't wait to hear what wonderful ideas you all come up with!
"Christmas Carol" Lenses
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A Christmas Carol By Charles Dickens
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I love Charles Dickens and my favorite story by him is A Christmas Carol. The story of a miserly and grumpy old man who doesn't care about anyone even himself. He just lives from day to day. Then he finds out what the true meaning of...
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The Best "A Christmas Carol" Movies - New and Old
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Everyone has their favorite version of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol", the wonderful story of Ebeneezer Scrooge, the man who transforms from a grouchy miser to a generous man who "knew how to keep Christmas wel...
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A Christmas Carol
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The Christmas Season would not be Christmas for me if I did not watch the classic movie A Christmas Carol. As odd as that sounds, from Thanksgiving Day to Christmas Day, I spend most of my time watching the different versions of this classic film. As...
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- Laniann Laniann Nov 25, 2009 @ 11:24 am
- It's a wonderful Christmas story. Always nice to watch and read the book around Christmas time. 5*
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- KarateKatGraphics KarateKatGraphics Nov 23, 2009 @ 2:41 pm
- Have seen many interesting versions over the years. There's a very talented actor/director locally who does it as a one-man show. Love the lens, and congrats on the awesome lensrank! :) :) :)
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- susannaduffy susannaduffy Nov 18, 2009 @ 4:49 pm
- Love the book! Love the lens! Blessed, and featured, by a Christmas Angel (squidoo.com/angel-christmas)
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- stacy_mcdaniel stacy_mcdaniel Nov 18, 2009 @ 8:22 am
- Cool lens! I love the movie, A Christmas Carol. I havent watched it in a few years. I think I'll put that on my Christmas list.
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- lasertek lasertek Nov 16, 2009 @ 7:02 pm
- A Christmas Carol. This story is very inspiring. I've seen a couple of plays about this story, yet, I'm willing to watch some more. This is really a good story that should be passed on to future generations.
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A Christmas Carol (Bring the Classics to Life: Level 1)
Young readers don't have to wait to read the classics with this series! This version for ages 7 and up has been arranged into 10 easier to read chapters. The worktext area contains exercises with answer keys.
SAT Words from Literature - A Christmas Carol
"SAT Words from Literature presents a new approach to scoring high on the Scholastic Aptitude Test. Rather than taking words directly from a dictionary and studying them, SAT Words from Literature presents vocabulary words that are found in classic literature in their original context. In this way, you will get a clear understanding of what the word can do in a sentence, what it might mean, and how it is used. Each vocabulary word is highlighted in the text and also reproduced in bold on the facing page; the entry concludes with the word's part of speech as it is used in the book, its pronunciation, and an appropriate definition, with a synonym or antonym if applicable. Exercises that test your understanding of the vocabulary words are included at the end of the book. To make the exercises more manageable, words are arranged by chapters, or sections, so that there are not too many words in any one group. We hope that your understanding of vocabulary is increased, and that your score on the SAT will be improved by using this book."
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