Movies
In this 2004 animated film, a young boy travels to the North Pole on a magical train
The Polar express
In this country Christmas is celebrated with a holiday meal that often includes a fish and potatoes
Sweden
this classic song asks for a wish for a merry Christmas and a happy new year
Jingle bells
The sweet tree is often shaped like a cane and flavored with peppermint during Christmas
Candy cane
This red nose reindeer is famous for guiding Santa sleigh on Christmas Eve
Rudolph
This 2003 Holiday movie stars Will Ferrell as a man raised by elves at the North Pole
Elf
This tradition involves placing candles on the windowsill to welcome Christmas and is common in Ireland
Candle in the window
The Christmas song silent night was originally written in this language
German
The spiced wine drink is traditionally served warm during the holidays in many cultures
Mulled wine
This jolly man known for his red suit delivers presents to children on Christmas Eve
Santa
In this 1990 film, a young boy is left behind by his family and defends his house from burglars
Home alone
In Germany, people celebrate Christmas with this figure who is often seen as a precursor to Santa Claus
St Nicholas
This 1942 Christmas song was performed by Bing Crosby and is still one of the best selling singles of all time
White Christmas
in the US, this sweet pie is a staple dessert during Christmas dinners
Pumpkin pie
This miserly character is visited by three ghosts and learns the true meaning of Christmas
Ebeneezer Scrooge
In how the Grinch stole Christmas, the Grinch attempts to ruin Christmas in this fictional town
Whoville
The custom of the advent calendar which counts down to Christmas originated in this country
Germany
The song do they know it’s Christmas was recorded by the famous British group in 1984 to raise money for charity
Band aid
This dish made from mashed potatoes and often served with gravy is a popular holiday side dish
Mashed potatoes
The snowman who comes to life is featured in a popular holiday song and TV special
Frosty the Snowman
In this 1989 Christmas movie features a boy named Ralphie, who desperately wants a red rider BB gun
Christmas story
On Christmas Eve this type of dinner is popular in the United Kingdom featuring dishes, like turkey and Christmas pudding
Christmas dinner
The Christmas Carol features the line oh night Divine O when Christ was born
O holy night
The Christmas pudding tradition dates back to the country where it was first known as plum porridge
England
This magical creature featured in the Nutcracker is a fairy who hopes the young Clara