Act 1: Christmas Preparations
Scene 1: The Classroom
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Characters (4 students): Narrator, Teacher, Student 1, Student 2.
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Plot: The teacher announces a special Christmas project. The class will prepare for a Christmas party and learn about holiday traditions around the world.
Narrator: One winter day, the classroom buzzed with excitement. The teacher had a very special announcement to make. (Vera)
Teacher: Good morning, class! This year we have a very special project. We will prepare a Christmas party and learn about different traditions around the world!
Student 1 Rània: That sounds great! Can we start now?
Student 2 Laura: Yes! I can’t wait to learn more about other cultures.
Scene 2: Christmas Around the World
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Characters (8 students): Narrator, Students from different countries (USA, UK, Catalonia, Germany, Italy, Japan, Australia, Canada).
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Plot: Each student shares how Christmas is celebrated in their country, showing the diversity of traditions.
Narrator: With excitement, the students began to research Christmas traditions from their home countries. (Vera)
USA Student: In the United States, we hang stockings by the fireplace and wait for Santa Claus to fill them with gifts! (Laia)
UK Student: In the United Kingdom, we sing carols and enjoy a traditional Christmas pudding! (Maria Albacar)
Catalonian Student: In Catalonia, we celebrate Christmas Eve with a big dinner, and the Three Wise Men bring us gifts on January 6th. (Jana Renau)
German Student: In Germany, we have Christmas markets where we buy decorations and delicious cookies! (Anna Sancho)
Italian Student: In Italy, we wait for Befana, a kind witch who brings gifts to children on the night of January 5th. (Maria Delgado)
Japanese Student: In Japan, Christmas is more of a holiday for couples, with special dinners and walks to see the Christmas lights. (Cinta)
Australian Student: In Australia, we celebrate Christmas at the beach with barbecues and cricket games! (Maria Monllau)
Canadian Student: In Canada, we play games in the snow and eat traditional cakes during the holidays! (Carla Millan)
Act 2: The Christmas Party
Scene 1: Decorations and Preparations
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Characters (6 students): Narrator, Decorators (3 students), Bakers (3 students).
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Plot: Students work together to decorate the classroom and bake festive treats. There are fun dialogues and a bit of chaos as they get everything ready.
Narrator: With a lot of energy, the students began to prepare the classroom for the big party. (Vera)
Decorator 1: These garlands will look great on the door! (Carla López)
Decorator 2: And these lights? They are perfect for the Christmas tree. (Anna Ramos)
Baker 1: I’m making cookies shaped like reindeer! Who wants to help me decorate them? (Fàtima)
Baker 2: Me! And then we can make the gingerbread cake together. (Malikka)
Scene 2: The Christmas Surprise
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Characters (4 students): Narrator, Santa Claus, Elves (2 students).
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Plot: Santa Claus arrives with his elves, bringing gifts and joy. The students are excited and thankful.
Narrator: Suddenly, a sound of jingle bells was heard, and a familiar figure appeared at the door… (Vera)
Santa Claus: Ho, ho, ho! Merry Christmas to all! My elves and I have some special gifts for you. (Isaac)
Elf 1: We’ve been working hard in the workshop to bring you these special presents. (Carlos)
Elf 2: We hope you like them! Merry Christmas to everyone! (Pau)
Act 3: New Year’s Eve
Scene 1: New Year’s Traditions
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Characters (8 students): Narrator, Students from different countries (same as Act 1, Scene 2).
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Plot: Students gather to share how New Year’s Eve is celebrated in their countries. They talk about traditions, resolutions, and fun facts.
Narrator: With the New Year around the corner, the students began to talk about New Year’s Eve traditions. (Vera)
USA Student: In New York, we have a big party and wait for the countdown to see the ball drop in Times Square! (Nayeli)
UK Student: In the UK, we sing “Auld Lang Syne” at midnight and enjoy fireworks! (Ariadna)
Catalonia Student: In Catalonia, we eat twelve grapes, one for each stroke of midnight, to bring good luck all year. (Marc)
Germany Student: In Germany, we have cheese fondue and play games to predict the future with molten lead! (Naiala)
Italy Student: In Italy, we have a big dinner with lentils, which bring good luck for the New Year. (Anna Salvadó)
Japan Student: In Japan, we visit temples to pray for health and happiness in the new year. (Helena)
Australia Student: In Australia, we celebrate with fireworks on the beach and a barbecue with friends and family! (Isaac)
Canadian Student: In Canada, we go ice skating and have parties with our friends. (Mariona)
Portuguese Student: In Portugal, we gather for the “Consoada,” a big Christmas Eve dinner, and open gifts at midnight! (Lara)
Scene 2: Countdown to Midnight
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Characters (5 students): Narrator, Timekeeper, Friends (3 students).
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Plot: The students count down to midnight together, celebrating the start of the new year with cheers, music, and resolutions.
Narrator: The big moment arrived, and everyone prepared for the New Year’s countdown. (Vera)
Timekeeper: Ready? 10, 9, 8… (Pia)
Friend 1: May this New Year be filled with joy and fulfilled dreams! (Nerea)
Friend 2: Wishing everyone health and happiness! (Bouchar)
Friend 3: 3, 2, 1… Happy New Year and have all fun! (Jana Masip)