Christmas Past
Before turkey became common, this large bird was the typical centerpiece of early English Christmas feasts.
Goose
This song famously describes a snowman who comes to life and runs through town.
“Frosty the Snowman”
This 1990 film stars Macaulay Culkin as a boy defending his home from burglars while his family is on vacation.
Home Alone
This pointed decoration is often placed at the very top of a Christmas tree to symbolize guidance.
Star
This is what you get when you cross a snowman with a vampire.
Frostbite
This winter plant became a symbol of peace and goodwill, leading to the custom of kissing beneath it.
Mistletoe
José Feliciano wrote this bilingual Christmas song wishing listeners a Merry Christmas in Spanish.
“Feliz Navidad”
Arnold Schwarzenegger races to find a Turbo Man toy for his son in this frantic holiday comedy.
Jingle All the Way
Made of pine or spruce branches, this circular decoration represents eternal life.
Wreaths
This is Santa’s favorite type of music.
Wrap Music
These hanging items were originally filled with small gifts to honor Saint Nicholas’s legendary generosity.
Christmas stockings
Originally written for Thanksgiving, this song was later adopted as a Christmas classic featuring a one-horse open sleigh.
“Jingle Bells”
This film famously insists, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.”
Elf
This sweet decoration was originally used by Germans as edible ornaments before becoming a candy.
Candy Canes
This is what cereal snowmen eat for breakfast.
This December 5th tradition in parts of Europe involves a horned creature who punishes misbehaving children.
Krampus
Bing Crosby first sang this best-selling holiday tune for the 1942 film Holiday Inn.
“White Christmas”
This 1946 classic follows George Bailey as he learns what life would be like if he had never been born.
It’s a Wonderful Life
This long, shiny decoration often draped on branches resembles icicles.
Tinsel
This is what you call a snowman with a six-pack.
Abdominal Snowman
First appearing in Victorian England, these paper tubes filled with toys and jokes are pulled apart at Christmas dinner.
Christmas crackers
This novelty tune warns listeners, “You better watch out, you better not cry.”
“Santa Claus Is Coming to Town”
This film features a department-store Santa who insists he is the real Kris Kringle.
Miracle on 34th Street
Originally made from popcorn and cranberries, this long strand wrapped around the tree was one of America’s earliest homemade decorations.
Garland
This is what Santa uses to do his laundry.
Yule-Tide