Christmas at the Movies
After being left home alone, Kevin McCallister protects his house from these two "Wet Bandits."
Harry and Marv
This traditional "calendar" counts down the days in December leading up to Christmas Eve.
Advent Calendar
In the Summer Roadtrip to Yellowstone, what were Ryker and Conner arguing over while we were driving?
Not being able to hear eachother.
"Dashing through the snow, in a one-horse open..."
Sleigh
This plant, often hung in doorways, is the traditional spot for a holiday kiss.
Mistletoe
In Elf, Buddy explains that the four main food groups for elves are candy, candy canes, candy corn, and this sugary topping.
Syrup
This mischievous scout is sent from the North Pole to hide in different spots around the house to report back to Santa.
Elf on the Shelf
When living in 187, what was Conner doing when Ryker came up and slapped him.
Going to the bathroom.
"Then one foggy Christmas Eve, Santa came to say..."
"Rudolph with your nose so bright, won't you guide my sleigh tonight?"
Originally from Medieval England, this beverage is made with milk, cream, and whipped eggs.
Eggnog
This 2004 animated film features a magical train headed to the North Pole and a boy holding a silver bell.
The Polar Express
Often gifted during the holidays, this dense cake filled with dried fruit and nuts is famously known for having a very long shelf life.
Fruitcake
Who knows how to change spark plugs on a car besides dad?
Zoey
"City sidewalks, busy sidewalks, dressed in holiday style. In the air there's a feeling of..."
Christmas
This country is credited with starting the tradition of the Christmas tree in the 16th century.
Germany
In the movie Elf, buddy travels through the seven levels of the candy cane forest and the sea of swirly-twirly gumdrops to reach this city.
New York City
In Germany, children leave these outside their bedroom doors on December 5th for St. Nicholas to fill with treats.
Shoes (or Boots)
This Grandma has a sweet tooth and fell asleep with chocolate in her hair.
Grandma Nan
In "The Twelve Days of Christmas," this is the total number of "Lords a-Leaping."
Ten
In the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," these birds are the gift for Day 4.
Calling Birds
Name all 9 of Santa’s reindeer in under 15 seconds.
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen, and Rudolf.
This 19th-century poem is actually titled "A Visit from St. Nicholas," though it's known by its famous opening line.
'Twas the Night Before Christmas
This family member is most likely to cough when they are supposed to be quiet.
Hillary
"Good Tidings we bring to you and your..."
Kin
This famous scientist, known for his laws of motion, was actually born on Christmas Day in 1642.
Isaac Newton