Winter Traditions
What holiday involves hanging stockings by a fireplace?
Christmas
What is frozen rain called?
Sleet
What animated character tries to steal Christmas in Whoville?
The Grinch
What do we call a large amount of snow falling quickly?
Snowstorm
What sport is played on ice using skates & a puck?
Hockey
What winter holiday lasts 8 nights & uses a menorah?
Hanukkah
At what temperature does water freeze?
32 degrees F
Finish the song title: "Jingle Bell -"
Rock
What word means "very cold"?
Frigid
What winter activity involves sliding down a hill on snow?
Sledding
In what country did the tradition of decorating Christmas trees begin?
Germany
What causes snowflakes to have six sides?
The molecular structure of water
Which movie features a boy accidentally left at home during the holidays?
Home Alone
What is a long, pointed piece of ice hanging from a roof called?
Icicle
What do you call someone who builds snow structures professionally?
Snow Sculptor
What winter holiday celebrates the return of longer days after the shortest day of the year?
Winter Solstice
What type of cloud usually produces snow?
Nimbostratus
What holiday song begins with "you better watch out..."?
Santa Claus is coming to town
What phrase means to stay indoors because of bad weather?
Hunker Down
What protective clothing helps keep your hands warm in the winter?
Gloves or Mittens
What holiday celebrates the Lunar New Year and often falls in winter?
Chinese New Year
What is the name for a snow storm with strong winds and heavy snow?
Blizzard
In The Polar Express, what is the first gift of Christmas?
A silver bell
What winter word means to slide uncontrollably on ice?
Skid
What winter sport involves traveling across snow using long, narrow boards attached to boots?
Cross country skiing