General Winter
This month is usually considered the start of winter in Canada.
December
“Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way… Oh what fun it is to ride…”
“…in a one-horse open sleigh.”
This red-and-white character delivers presents to children on Christmas Eve.
Santa Claus
A grumpy green creature who lives alone above a cheerful town despises the joy and festivities of Christmas.
The Grinch
The figure of Santa Claus was largely inspired by this real-life 4th-century bishop known for giving gifts.
Saint Nicholas
This winter road hazard is nearly invisible because it blends in with pavement.
Black Ice
"I don't want a lot for Christmas
There is just one thing I need, and I"
"...Don't care about the presents underneath the Christmas tree"
This plant, often hung in doorways, is traditional for people to kiss under during the holidays.
Mistletoe
A young boy is accidentally left alone when his family goes on vacation, forcing him to protect his house from two clumsy burglars.
Home Alone
The popular Christmas song “Jingle Bells” was originally written for this holiday.
Thanksgiving
This name is given to a storm with strong winds and heavy blowing snow that reduces visibility.
Blizzard
"Rockin' around the Christmas tree..."
"...At the Christmas party hop"
Hanukkah celebrates the miracle of a menorah burning for how many nights?
A young reindeer with a glowing red nose struggles to fit in with the other reindeer.
Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer
This country is credited with starting the modern tradition of decorating Christmas trees.
Germany
This freezing phenomenon creates long, sharp ice formations that hang from roofs and ledges.
Icicles
"Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away..."
"...This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special"
This winter holiday is celebrated on December 26 in countries like Canada and the UK.
Boxing Day
A man raised at the North Pole travels to the big city to find his real family.
Elf
The first department store to use electric Christmas lights in a display was located in this U.S. city.
New York
This winter item spreads salt or sand to make icy roads safer.
Snowplow
"It's the most beautiful time of the year
Lights fill the streets, spreading so much cheer..."
"...I should be playing in the winter snow
But I'ma be under the mistletoe"
In the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” this many lords are leaping.
10
A man accidentally becomes Santa after the previous one falls off his roof. As he adjusts to his new role, he discovers the magic of Christmas and the importance of family.
The Santa Claus
This company popularized the modern red-suited, jolly Santa Claus in the 1930s through advertisements.
Coca-Cola