Nikolaustag

The Christmas celebrations kicked off early in Germany last Friday, 6th December, marking der Nikolaustag in many German-speaking countries. On this day, children prepare for the visit of St. Nikolaus by tidying their rooms, cleaning their toys, and polishing their shoes, which are then placed by the door or on a windowsill. Some even leave hay or straw for St. Nikolaus’ donkey. If the children have been good, Nikolaus fills their shoes with sweet treats and toys. However, if they haven’t been so well-behaved, they might find twigs and sticks instead! Our KS3 classes experienced this tradition last week by making their own German boots and setting them out.  I wonder who received treats and who got twigs? Here is a video that our KS3 students will watch this week, explaining the traditional story of Nikolaustag.

https://kinder.wdr.de/tv/die-sendung-mit-der-maus/av/video-lachgeschichte-nikolaus-100.html

Mrs Gill, Curriculum Leader for MFL

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  • International School Award