Symbols of of the Keffiyeh: Olives

Written By Bushra Birjas

How to use this lesson plan:

  • The slides presentation has speakers notes where I elaborated some points or put guided questions I suggest you ask your child to start discussions

  • This lesson plan was made with kids ages 5-10 in mind, however you know your child’s comprehension abilities best.

  • A good picture book to add to this presentation is: Sitti’s Olive Tree by Ndaa Hassan

  • Make it fun! Don’t skimp out on the suggested activity attached to the lesson!

Lesson Slides:

Activity

What about olive oil? Try dipping bread in some olive oil. Mix up the olive oil with some salt and pepper, fried garlic or za’tar for some new combinations.

Learn about olive oil in different skin and hair care products and use them! Put oil in your hair before a shower and see how your hair feels after. Massage warmed olive oil on a sore spot and see how that feels.

Let’s experience olives and olive oils with our senses!

Set up a platter of different olives for your child to try, let them explore the texture and see if they can feel the oiliness on their fingers. How does the olive smell compared to the oil? How do fresh olives look compared to prepared ones?

What about olive oil?

Try dipping bread in some olive oil. Mix up the olive oil with some salt and pepper, fried garlic or za’tar for some new combinations.

Try adding za’atar to the mix!

Muajanat or “za’tar pies” are also a great yummy treat to eat and very simple to make. Or you can try dipping bread in olive oil and zata’ar.

Bushra Birjas