CHRISTMAS TREE PARTS
This is the main wooden part that holds the tree upright.
Trunk
Small decorative objects hung on the tree.
Ornaments
This country is considered the birthplace of the Christmas tree tradition.
Germany
This color represents life and hope.
Green
The songs we sing together in Christmas
Christmas Carols
These green parts grow from the trunk and hold decorations.
Branches
Shiny strips used to decorate the tree.
Tinsel
The Christmas tree tradition began in this century.
16th century - 1600
This symbol represents light and guidance.
Candles - Lights
A traditional sweet baked during Christmas, often shaped like people.
Gingerbread
The part of the tree where you put the Star
Top
A long decorative chain hung around a tree.
Garland
This group of people first decorated trees for winter celebrations.
Celts - Romans - Egyptians
This decoration symbolizes joy and celebration.
Bells
A circular Christmas decoration made of evergreen branches often putted on the door
Wreath
These thin leaves are typical of pine trees, and have the name of the thing you use to sew
Needles - Pikes
the colorful ornaments that make the tree bright
Electric Lights
This evergreen tree symbolized life during winter.
Pine - Fir
This symbol represents love and generosity.
Gifts - Presents
A long sock-shaped decoration where children receive small gifts.
Stockings
This decorative base hides the tree stand and adds style.
Tree-Skirt
A shiny round decoration often made of glass.
Ball - Bubble
This German reformer is often linked to adding candles to trees.
Martin Luther
This symbol represents peace and goodwill.
Angel
A traditional scene that represents the birth of Jesus.
Nativity Set