This highly adaptable mini-unit capitalizes on the spirit and energy of the holiday season while communicating background knowledge about Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol, Victorian England, and the many ways in which art imitates life. Materials are downloadable in PDF format for ease of printing and as editable Word documents. The resource includes:A suggested lesson sequenceLinks to two informational texts to enhance background knowledgeA 5-page viewing guide for the film The Man Who Invent