Introduction
Hello, friend!!
Welcome to Mexico! And welcome to my special day!
I'm glad you came to my special day!
I prepared a piñata for today!
We are going to break this colorful unicorn doll!
You don't know what this is?
Think about what kind of special day it is today! Today is my birthday!
You don't do this on your birthday?
Then what do you do on your birthday? Please tell me!
[ There are special days that are common in many countries, but what people do on those special days is different! So in this webquest, you're going to go around the world and see what special days there are in the world! And we will look at what each country does on the special day! But you'll have to look for clues to go look at the special days of various countries! You don't know how to find a clue? You'll find out soon. Well, good luck! ]
Task
You'll be looking at various special days around the world, right?
But this is a puzzle world! Everything you do has to do with puzzles!
So you should get clues in the process of looking at special days around the world!
I don't know where the clues will lead you yet, but you'll find out eventually...
Now, it's time to go and take a look at the special days around the world!
Do your best in the puzzle world! Good luck!
Task 1: Take a look at the special days around the world
Task 2 : Comparing _____ Around the World
Task 3 : Let's _____ a special day!
Process
[Day 1, Monday]
Task 1: Take a look at the special day around the world
Apart from Maxico's birthday events, there are many different birthday cultures all over the world!
Shall we take a look at the birthday event culture of other countries?
First, let's take a look at this country, Australia!
Please watch from 2 minutes and 8 seconds to 2 minutes and 46 seconds!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zs4gdnb?utm_source=chatgpt.com
1. What is the name of the special bread that Australians eat on their birthdays?
(The first clue)
The answer to question 1 will be the key to getting to task 2! Keep that in mind!
Now, let's take a look at another special event day!
When does this bell ring?
Yes! It's the new year!
Let's take a look at the New Year's culture of other countries!
Second, let's take a look at this country, Spain!
https://youtube.com/shorts/Y0v8y-_etNQ?si=Y0tjQM2E_KHq0GI8
Please watch this video first!
https://www.allrecipes.com/12-grapes-nye-tradition-8759605?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. What do Spaniards eat in the New Year?
3. How many do Spaniards eat it? (Second clue)
4. Why do Spaniards eat them at Midnight on New Year’s Eve?
The answer to question 3 will be the key to getting to task 2! Keep that in mind!
[Day 2, Tuesday]
Now, let's take a look at another special event day!
What do you call the day when you eat ‘Songpyeon’?
That's right! It's Chuseok!
Chuseok is a day to wish for a good harvest!
Let's take a look at the event day culture similar to Chuseok in other countries!
Third, let's look at this country, America!
https://youtube.com/shorts/sQluBLQ462M?si=o-48f0H_w2PdmY4n
Please watch this video first!
https://www.ef.com/wwen/blog/efacademyblog/top-10-thanksgiving-traditions-in-the-us/
5. After Americans carve Turkey for Thanksgiving, what do they do with Turkey's wishbone?
6. What pies do Americans eat for dessert on Thanksgiving Day?
Now, let's take a look at another special event day!
When can you see something like this picture?
That's right! It's Christmas!
Let's take a look at special Christmas cultures all over the world!
Fourth, let's take a look at the country, Iceland!
https://youtube.com/shorts/dNMB2Ip4ots?si=woofg1mCwto1bFM9
Please watch this video first!
https://www.nordicvisitor.com/blog/the-13-yule-lads-of-iceland/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
7. From what day of December do people in Iceland start their Christmas events?
8. Who visits people's homes instead of Santa Claus?
Fifth, let's take a look at this country, New Zealand!
https://youtube.com/shorts/h0Obo_FYD2U?si=ReIiJLV0E2qE2Cvd
Please watch this video first!
https://newzealand-indepth.co.uk/how-new-zealand-celebrates-christmas/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
9. What season is Christmas in New Zealand? (The third clue)
The answer to question 9 will be the key to getting to task 2! Keep that in mind!
And now we're going to complete the key to task 2 using the clues we've found so far!
Put the first alphabet of the word that was a clue in the blank !
clue 4: Which country eats fairy bread on your birthday?
clue 5: Which country has 13 Yule Lad coming to Christmas instead of Santa?
That's right! The key to task 2 is that!
Let's go to task 2!
[Day 3, Wednesday]
Task 2 : Comparing Festivals Around the World
[objective]
In this activity, you will compare different festivals from around the world. Focus on their similarities and differences in traditions, activities, and cultural significance. Your task is to analyze each pair of festivals and find common themes, as well as unique aspects.
[Procedure for Each Activity]
- Step 1: Research the festivals using the provided links.
- Step 2 : Identify and note the common themes (e.g., use of food, light, water) and key differences (e.g., customs, history, cultural significance).
- Step 3 : Write a short summary comparing the festivals, focusing on similarities and differences.
** You need to gather clues to answer the questions and guess what the next task is.
(1) La Tomatina(Spain) vs. Battle of the Oranges(Italy)
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zkcdnk7#zmhvjfrl/
https://www.redbull.com/us-en/episodes/the-battle-of-the-oranges-games-of-strange-s03-e01
(You should watch this video from 21:30 to end.)
1. La Tomatina
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- Where does la Tomatina take place?
- When is this festival held?
- What do people throw during it?
- What do people wear to protect themselves?
- Would you like to join La Tomatina? Why or why not?
2. Battle of the Orange
- When does it happen?
- What do people throw during this festival?
- What do people wear to stay safe?
- Which festival do you like more: La Tomatina or Battle of Orange?
3. Compare two unique food - related festivals.
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What is thrown? |
Why do people do it? |
Special things |
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La Tomatina |
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Battle of the Oranges |
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- Why do you think both festivals involve throwing food?
- What message do you think these festivals try to communicate through the use of food?
- How do the festivals in Spain and Italy compare in terms of community involvement and celebration?
- How are these festivals similar (e.g., food-based celebrations, community participation)?
- How do they differ (e.g., the types of food used, historical significance)?
**The fourth clues : Where la Tomatina is held?
(2) Holi(India) vs. Songkran(Thailand) vs. Mud Festival(South Korea)
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/pages/article/holi
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z4qqy9q
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/celebrations/article/songkran
https://www.mudfestival.or.kr/en/festival/main.html
4. Holi
- When is this festival held?
- What do people throw or play with?
- Who enjoys this festival?
-What is one fun activity people do during Holi?
- How do people feel during Holi?
5. Songkran
- When is Songkran?
- What do people do with water?
- Is it a fun or serious festival? Why?
- do families d anything special during Songkran?
6. Mud festival
- When in Korea is this festival held?
- What activities do people do in the mud?
- Why do people think it's fun?
- Is this festival similar to Songkran or Holi?
7. Compare how these festivals celebrate new beginnings and happiness.
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What do people throw or play with? |
When is it? |
Fun activity |
Special things |
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Holi |
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Songkran |
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Mud festival |
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- What are the differences in customs and cultural meaning?
- Why do you think water or color is used in these festivals? What do they symbolize?
- How do the festivals in India, Thailand, and South Korea celebrate new beginnings or the change of seasons?
- What are the most important customs in each of these festivals?
**The Fifth clues : What is Thailand festival name?
**The First clues : What is used in Holi?
[Day 4, Thursday]
(3) Diwali(India) vs. Hanukkah(Jewish)
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/pages/article/diwali
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/celebrations/article/hanukkah
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zj446v4
8. Diwali
- When is Diwali celebrated?
- What is Diwali also called?
- What do people light during Diwali?
- What food do people eat and share?
- What fun things do people do during the festival?
- Who celebrate Diwali?
9. Hanukkah
- When is Hanukkah usually celebrated?
- How many nights does Hanukkah last?
- What do people light during Hanukkah?
- wat special things do families do during Hanukkah?
- What kinds of food do people eat?
- Who celebrates Hanukah?
10. Analyze festivals that celebrate light and spiritual significance.
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How many days? |
What do they light? |
What do they eat or do? |
Who celebrates it? |
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Diwali |
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Hanukkah |
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- How do these festivals use light in their traditions?
- What are the cultural and religious meanings behind them?
- How is light used in both Diwali and Hanukkah, and what do you think it represents in each festival?
- What similarities and differences do you notice between the way these festivals are celebrated?
- Why do you think both festivals involve family gatherings and sharing food?
**The Second clues : What is used in both Diwali and Hanukkah?
Let's combine the clues.
What is next task?
Let's make ( ) event day.
That's right!
Let's go to task 3!
[Day 5, Friday]
Task 3 : Let's create a special day!
Let’s work together to imagine, plan, and celebrate a fun and meaningful day just for our class!
In this task, you will go through six exciting steps: you’ll start by imagining your own special event (Step 1), plan the details (Step 2), and present your idea to the class (Step 3). Then, you’ll vote (Step 4), prepare (Step 5), and finally celebrate the day together (Step 6).
At each step, you’ll create something special like drawings, event plans, posters, decorations, or reflection pieces to build your final class project: "Our Special Event Day!"
By the end of this task, your group will have a complete event plan and experience to share full of creativity, teamwork, and fun!
(In this task, you need to find the letter that matches each word. After each step, you’ll find a new letter.)
https://carlyandadam.com/thecarlyandadam/glow-day-classroom-activities
https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/no-homework-day/
Step 1 : Imagine a Fun Day!
Think about what kind of special day you want to have. Write or draw your ideas.
Let’s imagine a day that will make everyone in our class smile!
What kind of day would be exciting, creative, or just fun.
1) What we have to do?
< Think about what kind of day you would love to have in class. >
- What makes you smile?
- What activities do you enjoy with friends?
- What do you want to celebrate?
2) Activities
< Write down or draw two ideas for fun days. >
- I want a ( ) Day because ( ).
- Draw a picture of your ideas.
First letter is U
Great job everyone! You’ve come up with some really fun and creative ideas. Now let’s choose one idea and turn it into a real plan!
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Step 2 : Plan the Day!
Now let’s turn one of your great ideas into a real plan! What will we call it? What will we do? What do we need?
1) What we have to do?
< Choose one idea from Step 1 and make a plan for the event. >
My idea : ( )
2) What is the name of your day, and why?
Name : ( )
Reason : ( )
Second letter is S
3) What are we going to do on the event day? Let's think two activities.
1. ( )
2. ( )
4) What do we need to get ready for the event? Let's think two materials.
1. ( )
2. ( )
5) Let's write!
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1. Name of the Day : 2. Activities : 1) 2) 3. Things we need 1) 2) |
Third letter is S
Fantastic planning! Now we have a name, fun activities, and everything we need. Let’s get ready to share our plan with the class!
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Step 3 : Present Your Plan
Time to share your plan with your friends! Use pictures and words to explain why your day will be fun and meaningful.
1) What we have to do?
- Each group or student have to present their ideas to the class.
- Use the poster or drawings.
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Our idea is called ( ) Day. We will do ( ) and ( ). It will be ( ) because ( ). |
Fourth letter is E
Well done! You all explained your ideas so clearly and confidently. Now let’s listen to everyone’s plans and vote for our favorite one.
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Step 4 : Vote for One Event Day!
Let’s choose the best day together. Listen to each idea, then vote for the one you’re most excited about – and don’t forget to say why!
1) What we have to do?
- Each student votes for their favorite idea.
I vote for ( ) Day because ( ).
2) Let's choose our Event Day!
- Count votes as a class.
- Announce our Event Day!
Fifth letter is C
Thank you for voting and sharing your thoughts. Let’s count the votes and announce the winning idea, our special class event day!
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Step 5 : Let's prepare!
Let’s get ready! What do we need to make the day special? Let’s decorate, prepare materials, and make a plan!
1) What we have to do?
- Make decorations or signs for the day.
- Make a schedule.
Sixth letter is S
Our special day is almost here! Great teamwork preparing everything. Let’s make sure everything is ready for a fun and smooth event.
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Step 6 : Let's Enjoy Our Class Event Day!
It’s time to enjoy your special day! Afterward, let’s think about the best part and share it with a picture or writing.
1) What we have to do?
- Celebrate the Day!
2) Write or draw your favorite moment.
Last letter is C
You did it! You imagined it, planned it, and made it real together. Let’s remember this special day and think about what made it meaningful for us.
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Now let's combine the letters.
| First letter | Second letter | Third letter | Fourth letter | Fifth letter | Sixth letter | Seventh letter |
| U | S | S | E | C | S | C |
What's the word?
( )
Great job everyone ! Congratulations on your SUCCESS!
Evaluation
Teacher - Assessment
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Criteria |
Excellent |
Good |
Needs Improvement |
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Research Effort |
Searched carefully and understood the main points of each festival |
Did some research and understood most of the points |
Did not research enough or did not understand the festivals |
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Organization of Information |
Clearly organized and compared the key features of each festival |
Gave some summary but missed key comparisons |
Information was unclear or not well organized |
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Creativity |
Created a very unique and fun event idea for our class |
Modified known ideas or came up with a somewhat creative idea |
Idea was simple or copied from an existing event |
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Teamwork |
Actively helped and communicated well with team members |
Helped team but was sometimes passive |
Did not work well in a team or rarely helped |
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Effort and Completion |
Finished the task with care and added many good detail |
Completed the task but could add more detail |
Did not finish the task or showed little effort |
Student Self - Assessment
Self – Assessment
- Did I research well about the festivals?
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Yes, I did a great job! |
I tried but could do better |
I didn’t’ do much research |
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- Did I work well with my team?
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Yes, I did a great job! |
I tried but could do better |
I didn’t’ do much research |
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- Was my event idea creative?
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Yes, I did a great job! |
I tried but could do better |
I didn’t’ do much research |
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- Did I try my best and finish the task carefully?
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Yes, I did a great job! |
I tried but could do better |
I didn’t’ do much research |
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- What was the mast fun part of this activity?
(Write your answer here!)
Conclusion
You did it! 🎉🎉🎉
Throughout this WebQuest, you explored a variety of event days from around the world — from birthdays in Japan and Australia, to Christmas traditions in Iceland and Austria, to colorful celebrations like Holi and Songkran, and meaningful holidays like Diwali and Thanksgiving.
You compared, analyzed, discussed, imagined, and finally, created your own special event day!
Now you know how culture, tradition, and celebration can be both different and similar across the world.
You used your critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork to complete every task, and you should be very proud of your effort.
Let’s remember all we’ve learned, and most importantly, let’s carry the spirit of celebration and cultural respect into our everyday lives.
Great job, everyone! You worked hard and finished strong — now go celebrate your own SPECIAL day!