Christmas Traditions
This big green plant is decorated with lights and ornaments at Christmas.
Christmas Tree
In Mexico, children celebrate this “posadas” tradition by reenacting Mary and Joseph’s journey.
What are Las Posadas
This red-nosed reindeer helps guide Santa’s sleigh.
Rudolph
Santa’s helpers who make toys are called these.
Elves
You build this round, cold friend with buttons and a carrot nose.
snowman
People hang these by the fireplace hoping to find treats inside.
Stockings
In Germany, this character visits on December 6th to fill children’s shoes with treats.
St. Nicolas
In The Grinch, the Grinch lives on this mountain.
Mt. Crumpit
This flying animal pulls Santa’s sleigh.
a reindeer
Kids slide down hills on this winter item.
a sled
This jolly man in red delivers presents on Christmas Eve.
Santa Claus
Many people in Australia celebrate Christmas during this season.
summer
This short story features a little boy who hears a magical train on Christmas Eve.
The Polar Express
Santa keeps track of behavior by checking this list.
the naughty or nice list
These little white crystals fall from the sky in winter.
snow or snowflakes
People often leave these two treats out for Santa.
Milk and cookies
In Italy, this kind old woman brings gifts on January 6th.
La Befana
Tiny Tim and Ebenezer Scrooge appear in this classic story.
A Christmas Carol
This is the cold place where Santa’s workshop is located.
The North Pole
This warm drink is made with chocolate and topped with marshmallows.
hot cocoa
This December day is when Christmas is celebrated.
December 25
This country is known for starting the tradition of decorating Christmas trees.
Germany
In Frosty the Snowman, Frosty comes to life when this is placed on his head.
Santa says this as his famous Christmas greeting.
Ho Ho Ho
When you throw soft snow at a friend, you're having this kind of winter battle.
a snowball fight