Christmas Traditions
This tradition involves counting down the days until Christmas using small doors or pockets.
Advent calendar.
What song does Jovi sing to the crowd at the end of Elf?
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
This song begins with “Dashing through the snow.”
Jingle Bells
This town is where Jesus was born.
Bethlehem
This traditional Christmas dessert is a sweet, spiced cake often filled with dried fruit and nuts.
Fruit Cake
In this tradition, people exchange gifts anonymously, often at school or work.
Secret Santa.
The name of the man in the gangster movie that Kevin watches in Home Alone
Snakes.
The singer of "All I want for Christmas is You"
Mariah Carey
Shepherds in the fields were visited by:
Angels
Traditionally, this creamy, spiced holiday drink may include nutmeg, vanilla, and a dash of rum.
Eggnog
This modern holiday tradition began in the early 2000s and involves a mischievous elf watching children’s behavior.
Elf on the Shelf.
In A Christmas Story, Ralphie wants this Christmas gift more than anything.
Red Ryder BB gun.
Finish the lyric: "God rest ye merry gentlemen, let nothing you ___."
dismay
The angel told Joseph not to be afraid and that Mary’s child would be called
Jesus (Emmanuel)
This holiday centerpiece dessert is shaped like a log and often decorated with chocolate “bark” and powdered sugar.
Yule Log
In what country did the tradition of decorating Christmas trees begin?
Germany.
In the movie "Miracle on 34th Street," Susan presents an item to the judge. What is this item?
Bonus: what is circled?
A dollar bill
Bonus: In God We Trust
In “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” this activity is mentioned as part of the season’s fun.
Telling Scary Ghost Stories
The birth of Jesus fulfills prophecy from the line of ___
David
Yummy Christmas treat you buy at the store. Features white and red icing with green sprinkles.
Little Debbie Christmas Trees
This winter holiday tradition, celebrated from December 26 to January 1, focuses on community, heritage, and unity.
Kwanzaa.
Hint: If you don't know the name you can sing it
Jump (for my love) by the Pointer Sisters
This Christmas classic tells the story of a soldier longing to spend the holiday with his family, promising to be home “if only in your dreams.”
I'll be Home for Christmas
The Three Wisemen brought these three gifts to Jesus
gold, frankincense, and myrrh
This holiday beverage is made by heating wine with cinnamon sticks, cloves, and orange peel.
Mulled Wine