Twas the Night Before Christmas - Lesson 1 - Worksheets

English Teaching Resources offers a set of engaging worksheets designed to accompany a lesson on the classic poem 'Twas the Night Before Christmas'. The first worksheet prompts students to delve deeper into the narrative and context of the poem by answering a series of questions. These questions encourage students to consider the specific night the poem is set on, the identity of the narrator, and the actions that take place within the story. They are asked to identify the character of St Nicholas, list the names of his reindeer, and describe how he enters the house. Additionally, the worksheet asks for a comparison between St Nick's nose and a type of fruit, as well as an exploration of what St Nicholas does once inside the house.

In a creative twist to the lesson, students are also provided with a Comic Strip Worksheet, which challenges them to reinterpret the poem in a new format. This task requires students to summarise the poem's key events and themes using a combination of their own words and illustrations. By creating a comic strip version of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas', learners engage with the text in a visual and imaginative way, enhancing their understanding and appreciation of the poem. These worksheets serve as a fun and educational tool to explore the timeless Christmas tale in a classroom setting.