Christmas
Hannakuh
Kwanzaa
Día de los Reyes
Diwali
100

This legendary figure is known for delivering presents on Christmas Eve.

Santa Claus

100

This game, played with a four-sided spinning top, is popular during Hanukkah.

Dreidel

100

Kwanzaa is celebrated over this many days, starting December 26th.

7

100

This holiday is traditionally celebrated on this date in January.

January 6th

100

Diwali is known as the Festival of Lights and is celebrated primarily in this religion.

Hinduism

200

This holiday drink, often spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon, is a creamy seasonal favorite.

Eggnog

200

This fried potato dish is a staple food during Hanukkah celebrations.

Latkes

200

The seven principles of Kwanzaa are collectively known by this Swahili term.

Nguzo Saba

200

Three Kings’ Day commemorates the visit of these biblical figures to baby Jesus.

The Magi, or Three Wise Men

200

During Diwali, families light these small oil lamps to symbolize the triumph of light over darkness.

Diyas

300

In the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," this bird is given on the first day.

A partridge

300

The Hanukkah menorah has this many branches, including the shamash (helper candle).

Nine

300

This candle holder is used to represent the seven principles of Kwanzaa.

kinara

300

In Latin American countries, children leave out these items to receive gifts from the Three Kings.

Shoes

300

This Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity is honored during Diwali.

Lakshmi

400

This Charles Dickens novel tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation on Christmas Eve.

A Christmas Carol

400

The Hanukkah story commemorates the rededication of this Jewish temple.

The Second Temple of Jerusalem

400

On the sixth day of Kwanzaa, families celebrate this special feast that includes music, storytelling, and a communal meal.

Karamu

400

The Rosca de Reyes, a traditional bread eaten on Three Kings’ Day, contains this surprise inside.

A small baby Jesus figurine.

400

Diwali marks the return of this Hindu deity to Ayodhya after defeating the demon king Ravana.

Lord Rama

500

This city is home to the world-famous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.

New York City

500

Hanukkah is also known by this nickname, referring to the miraculous event it commemorates.

The festival of lights.

500

This founder created Kwanzaa in 1966 to celebrate African heritage and culture.

Maulana Karenga

500

Many families celebrate Three Kings’ Day by leaving out this food for the camels of the Magi.

hay/grass

500

During Diwali, many families create these colorful designs made from colored powders, rice, or flower petals to welcome good fortune.

Rangoli

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