Third Sunday of January • Winter Sports
World Snow Day
Launched by the International Ski Federation (FIS) in 2012, World Snow Day aims to get children and families excited about the great white and winter sports. From skiing to snowball fights, it celebrates the magic of the cold. This lesson explores the fragile winter—with global warming, will snow become a luxury only for the rich? We explore the future of the season.
Speaking Discussion
- What is your favorite winter memory from your childhood?
- Is winter sport (like skiing) becoming too expensive for the average family?
- How would the world change if snow completely disappeared from the planet?
- Do you prefer a white Christmas or a tropical holiday?
- What is the best way to stay warm and happy when the sun goes down at 4:00 PM?
Activity 1: The Winter Pitch
You are a Tourism Director for a "Snow Resort". Pitch a winter holiday to a group of people who hate the cold.
Activity 2: Rapid Fire Debate
Justify your answer in 30 seconds:
- "Summer is 100% better than winter."
- "Snow is beautiful but living in it is a nightmare."
- "Climate change is the biggest threat to global culture."
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