Christmas Quotes
"The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear."
What Chinese New Year are we leaving and what Chinese New Year are we entering
Leaving the snake, entering the horse
Name the four functions of behavior
Access, Sensory, Attention, Escape
Which animal ditches one baby if they have twins?
Panda Bears!
Is "Elf on the Shelf" a fun holiday tradition or a behavioral experiment?
Some skeptics jokingly propose that the Elf on the Shelf was designed not just as a cute tradition, but as a psychological experiment to see how children respond to the idea of being constantly monitored.
The theory exploded online, especially as families noticed kids altering their behavior with the elf in the room. While the idea has no actual basis, it has fueled endless memes—and countless debates about whether the elf is adorable or unnerving.
"Just because you can’t see something, doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist."
The Santa Clause (1994)
How much trash is left in Times Square after the New Year's Eve celebration?
50 Tons!
3,000lbs of that is confetti
What are the SIX different types of differential reinforcement?
DRI, DRO, DRA, DRD, DRL, DRH
Which mom will toss her baby at a dingo if it is chasing her?
Quokka
Did Coca-Cola Secretly Create Modern Christmas Culture?
This widespread theory claims that Coca-Cola shaped nearly everything about modern Christmas—from the colors to the imagery to Santa’s cheerful personality. While Coca-Cola did popularize the modern red-suited Santa in their 1930s ads, the company didn’t actually invent the character or his appearance.
Still, the idea that a soda company engineered an entire holiday aesthetic continues to circulate every year, largely because of how influential those ads truly were.
“There’s no greater gift than friendship.”
The Polar Express (2004)
In the Philippines, what do people wear on New Years?
Polka Dots!
In the Philippines, it's common to wear polka dots on New Year's Eve to symbolize wealth and prosperity. The round shapes resemble coins and are usually worn in dresses, pants, shoes, and just about any other accessory
You are dropping your client off after session and the mother begins to tell you about a fight they had with the child's father earlier that day. How do you respond?
BCBA Decision
Which animal cannot walk backwards?
Kangaroos
Does magic make reindeer fly, or is it secret "North Pole Technology"?
A lighthearted conspiracy theory suggests that Santa’s reindeer don’t fly because of magic—but because they use advanced, secretive technology developed at the North Pole.
According to the fun myth, the antlers act like antennae, the sleigh uses anti-gravity propulsion, and Rudolph’s nose functions as a navigation device. While obviously fictional, it’s a favorite among fans of sci-fi holiday humor.
“Maybe Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas... perhaps... means a little bit more!”
Dr. Seuss, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
How many glasses of sparkling wine do Americans drink on New Year's.
Around 360 million glasses of sparkling wine!
You wake up and have a scratchy throat, you don't have a fever or any other symptoms, what do you do?
Go to work
What does B.F. stand for and what was the name of the experimental apparatus used to study animal behavior and operant conditioning that he created?
Burrhus Frederic
Skinner Box
Is the North Pole a Secret Government Facility or a place that homes elves and magic?
In some fringe corners of the internet, theorists joke that the North Pole isn’t Santa’s workshop—it’s a hidden government base disguised by folklore. Claims range from weather-control experiments to secret research on Arctic anomalies.
None of these ideas have evidence, but they’re popular fodder for imaginative holiday storytelling.
“If you’re worried and you can’t sleep, count your blessings instead of sheep. Then you’ll fall asleep counting your blessings.”
White Christmas (1954)
In Denmark, people throw________at friends’ doors as a sign of affection.
Old Plates
You have spent all night sick in the bathroom, it's 11pm and you have an 8am client, what do you do?
Text who and by what time?
What is one of the most researched and effective therapeutic approaches for children with autism, with over 50 years of scientific backing?
ABA!
Are gingerbread men tasty treats or were they originally created as protective charms?
This quirky theory suggests gingerbread men weren’t just treats—they were once crafted as tiny “guardians” meant to bring luck or ward off spirits during winter. While there are folklore links between gingerbread and old European superstitions, there’s no evidence they were used as actual protective charms.
Still, the legend adds an extra layer of whimsy to the tradition.