December Cups and Classics Curriculum
$12.00
A gentle, culture-rich December homeschool curriculum featuring Scandinavian winter art, music, literature, folk tales, and simple family traditions. Includes four weekly lessons with artist study, Tchaikovsky music guide, Hans Christian Andersen literary excerpts, festive recipes, easy activities, and optional faith reflections. Perfect for December morning baskets, Christmas school, or cozy winter learning.
Description
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December Cups & Classics Lesson Plan
Theme: Light in the Darkness
A gentle, meaningful December homeschool curriculum inspired by Scandinavian winter traditions.
If you’re looking for a peaceful way to bring art, music, stories, and tradition into your December—without adding overwhelm—this guide is for you. Designed for homeschoolers, families, co-ops, and any parent wanting to deepen family culture during the holiday season.
What’s Included
Your December guide features four complete weekly lessons, each built around the theme of Light in the Darkness:
1. Artist Study – Carl Larsson (Sweden)
Warm, detailed winter paintings that spark discussion about home, tradition, and simple joys.
2. Composer Study – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Selections from The Nutcracker with listening prompts, simple context, and geography notes.
3. Literary Study – Hans Christian Andersen
Short, child-friendly excerpts from Andersen’s winter tales with discussion questions.
4. Weekly Folk Tales
Scandinavian and Northern European stories that teach kindness, hospitality, and seasonal wisdom.
5. Simple Weekly Recipes
Family-friendly December favorites:
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Cinnamon rolls
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St. Lucia saffron buns
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Soft ginger cookies
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Cinnamon dough ornaments
6. Gentle Activities
Low-prep winter crafts and cultural traditions such as window stars, Lucia crowns, and candlelight reflections.
7. Optional Faith Reflections
Short, clearly marked Christian add-ons connecting each week’s theme to the meaning of Christmas.
8. Family Reflection Pages
Prompts designed to help families pause, notice beauty, and connect with one another.
Perfect For
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December homeschool curriculum
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Christmas school or “candlelight school”
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Morning basket gatherings
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Family culture nights
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Co-ops wanting a gentle December plan
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Parents seeking simple, meaningful holiday traditions
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Multilevel homeschool families
Why Families Love Cups & Classics
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Beautiful but not overwhelming
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Zero worksheets—just real art, real music, real stories
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Seasonal learning without pressure
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Works for all ages
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Encourages peace, connection, and cultural appreciation
How It Works
Print or view digitally—use one week at a time.
Gather your children with a warm drink, read the weekly selections, play the music, and enjoy the recipe and activity when it fits your day.
File Format
PDF download.
Use digitally or print at home.
A Peaceful, Meaningful December Awaits!
Bring warmth, beauty, and tradition into your home this season.
Perfect for homeschoolers, families, and teachers who want December to feel intentional—not rushed.
See also my November Cups and Classics!
