In December 2020, this little character- Piotr the Pine Cone- started making his way around Europe to hear about the traditions that families celebrate around Christmas. Here are a few pictures from his journey, and a video inviting children to get involved and tell their stories. If you would like to contribute please get in …
People in many countries across Europe make special eggs with beautiful colours for Easter. You will need: Eggs Your favourite way of colouring/ painting these eggs. That might include with paint, or food colouring or something else. Activity method: Can parents/ grandparents teach about painting eggs from your culture? How do you prepare the eggs? …
In some countries across Europe, there is a tradition to fill a basket for Easter and take it to a Priest to bless. There are often lots of special foods in this basket, and it is a great time with families to celebrate together. How do you celebrate Easter? Do you have an Easter Basket? …
This activity celebrates different songs that are important to us, and helps to share more about different cultures and languages. You will need: Any old, scratched CDs that could be given to children to play with (check they are not unsafe if they are damaged). Children can explore texture, the light reflecting on them and …
