Lyrics you should know
Faith and Meaning
Customs around the world
Christmas Traditions
Christmas Cookies and other treats
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"You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear..."

"Voices singing let's be jolly, deck the halls with boughs of holly."

200

This Caesar declared a census was to be taken of all the land.

Who was Augustus?

200

In the Netherlands, children leave out these items to put presents in, rather than stockings.

What are shoes?

200

This traditional Christmas object symbolizes eternal life.

What is a Christmas tree?

200

These cookies are often shaped like little men.

What is gingerbread?

400

"Feliz Navidad, Feliz Navidad, Feliz Navidad prospero ano y felicidad..." 

" I wanna wish you a Merry Christmas"

400

An angel declared to these men, "Fear not... a savior has been born, who is Christ the Lord." 

Who are shepherds?

400

In Ukraine, Christmas trees are decorated with these sticky (and creepy) things, which symbolize good luck.

What are spider webs?

400

This tasty tradition counts down the days until Christmas with small gifts to open each day (often chocolate).

What is an advent calendar?

400

These simple cookies taste extra buttery, and get their name because they contain no yeast or leavening agent.

What are shortbread?

500

"O Holy Night, the stars are brightly shining..."

"It is the night, of our dear saviors birth."

500

This King wanted Jesus killed.

Who was Herod?

500

In Mexico, Christmas is celebrated with a festival dedicated to these red vegetables.

What are radishes?

500

An old Christmas song celebrates this tradition, where revelers go house to house trading songs and drinks for gifts. 

What is wassailing?

500

These cookies come it lots of shapes and are popular for icing in simple or fancy designs.

What are sugar cookies.

800

"Grandma got run over by a reindeer
Walking home from our house, Christmas Eve
You can say there's no such thing as Santa..."

"But as for me and Grandpa, we believe"

800

The magi followed this sign to find Jesus.

What is a star?

800

Kentucky Fried Chicken is the traditional Christmas meal in this asian country.

What is Japan?

800

A traditional Christmas roast dinner includes these little treats that "pop up" in the oven and are great for holding gravy.

What is a Yorkshire pudding? (or popover)

800

Butter, sugar and raisins are the main ingredients in these treats (not cookies).

What are butter tarts?

1000

"Tis the season to be jolly..."

"Fa la la la la, la la la laaaa."

1000

The meaning of Emmanuel.

What is "God with us".

1000

This was burned for the 12 days of Christmas in northern Europe. (also a dessert)

What is a Yule log?

1000

Las Posadas, a Mexican tradition, is a reenactment of this famous journey from the first Christmas.

What is Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem?

1000

This type of cake takes months to make properly, is full of weird ingredients, and is usually not a popular treat.

What is fruit cake?

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