My Big Greek Holiday: Say the Seasons and Celebrations
In Greece, the calendar is full of color, music, and tradition. Kids can follow the seasons and holidays while picking up fun and easy Greek words to celebrate all year long.
Why Learn Seasons and Holidays in Greek?
- Ties language to real events kids enjoy
- Helps build time-related vocabulary and cultural knowledge
- Adds rhythm to learning with seasonal phrases and festive fun
Greek Words for the Seasons
- άνοιξη (ánixi) – Spring
- καλοκαίρι (kalokaíri) – Summer
- φθινόπωρο (fthinóporo) – Autumn
- χειμώνας (cheimónas) – Winter
Holiday and Celebration Words
- Πάσχα (Páscha) – Easter
- Χριστούγεννα (Christoúgenna) – Christmas
- γιορτή (giortí) – Celebration
- δώρο (dóro) – Gift
- τραγούδι (tragóudi) – Song
Try this phrase: Το καλοκαίρι πάμε στην παραλία! (In summer, we go to the beach!)
Seasonal and Celebration Activities in Greek
“Holiday Word Garland”
Cut shapes for each holiday like eggs for Πάσχα or stars for Χριστούγεννα—and write the Greek word on each. Hang them around the room!
“Season Match-Up”
Create a board with four sections. Add drawings and Greek words for what happens in each season.
Celebrate the Year with Greek
Dinolingo offers games, videos, and printable materials that follow kids through the seasons of learning with joyful energy.
Final Thoughts
Greek isn’t just for the classroom it’s part of every season and celebration. From Easter to summer fun, let language grow with the calendar!
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