Christmas Movies
I’m left behind, but don’t despair,
Burglars beware I’ve traps to spare.
What holiday tale do I declare?
Home Alone
Gleaming spheres or shapes unique,
Their shimmer on the boughs we seek.
What festive treasures do we hang?
Ornaments
A figure clothed in silk and lace,
With painted cheeks and smiling face.
What toy delights a child’s gaze?
Doll
Down the slopes, swift and bold,
With gliding boards, the mountains unfold.
What activity makes the heart race?
Skiing
An old witch on Epiphany night,
Brings gifts to children, with her flight.
What tradition from Italy does this tale invoke?
La Befana (Italy)
A magical train through snow we go,
To the North Pole where the bells will show.
What journey is this? Do you know?
Polar Express
Strings of brilliance, colors gleam,
They chase away the winter’s dream.
What are these that pierce the dark?
Lights
On tracks it travels, swift and small,
With whirling wheels, it’s quite the haul.
What toy brings a world of motion?
Train
With frozen fists, we aim and throw,
In winter's battle, we come and go.
What frosty game brings laughter loud?
Snowball Fight
A creature of straw with festive cheer,
It roams the land at this time of year.
What Swedish custom brings this figure to life?
Yule Goat (Sweden)
A duck as a miser, so grumpy and mean,
Haunted by ghosts in a festive scene.
What story retold do you glean?
Mickeys Christmas Carol
A verdant circle, evergreen,
With bows and berries to be seen.
What adorns the door so grand?
Wreath
Soft and cuddly, with stitched care,
A loyal friend, forever there.
What furry companion do children adore?
Teddy Bear
With arms of twig and a carrot nose,
A snowy friend in the cold wind grows.
What craft in the snow do we make with cheer?
Building a Snowman
On Christmas Eve, a feast begins,
With family close and joy that spins.
What Spanish tradition marks the start of the cheer?
Nochebuena (Spain)
I’m too tall for my job and feel out of place,
But spreading cheer, I win the race.
What holiday film sets this pace?
Elf
Suspended near the hearth they rest,
Awaiting treasures manifest.
What festive holders bring delight?
Stockings
In uniform, with stance so proud,
A tiny soldier, strong and loud.
What miniature hero stands at guard?
Toy Soldier
On frozen lakes, we glide with grace,
A dance of skill in winter’s embrace.
What activity makes us twirl on ice?
Ice Skating
Hidden deep within the tree,
A glass ornament waits for thee.
What German custom brings delight to those who find it first?
The Christmas Pickle (Germany)
A top hat gives me life anew,
But warm weather makes me bid adieu.
Who am I? Can you guess true?
Frosty the Snowman
With silken sheen or verdant thread,
They crown the tree or railings spread.
What embellishments grace the scene?
Tinsel and Garland
Rocking gently, back and forth,
It takes the rider on a course.
What toy rides with endless grace?
Wooden Horse
Down the hill we swiftly fly,
The wind on our faces as we soar high.
What winter thrill makes hearts take flight?
Sledding
On Christmas Eve, the table’s set,
With fried chicken as the best bet.
What Japanese tradition brings this feast to light?
KFC Christmas Dinner (Japan)