Songs
Dashing through the snow
On a ___ ____ ___ sleigh
O’er the ___ __ __,
Laughing all the way
Dashing through the snow
On a one horse open sleigh
O’er the fields we go,
Laughing all the way
(Lyrics from Jiggle Bells)
What traditional Christmas decoration is made from a circular piece of greenery and often hung on doors?
Wreath
What colours are on Santa Claus' suit?
Red and white
In many families, what do children hang by the fireplace or on the doorknob in hopes of receiving small gifts from Santa?
Christmas stockings
What type of cookies are often baked in the shape of a man and decorated with icing and candy?
Gingerbread men
Oh ___ ______ outside is frightful
But the fire is so ______
And since we’ve no place to go
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
Oh the weather outside is frightful
But the fire is so delightful
And since we’ve no place to go
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
(Lyrics from Let It Snow)
What color are the berries on a holly bush?
Red
Which plant is often hung above doorways and is associated with a kissing tradition at Christmas?
Mistletoe
What do many families traditionally leave out for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve?
Milk and cookies
What is the common name for the spiced apple beverage, sometimes served warm, that is enjoyed at Christmas?
Apple cider
Not only in the summertime,
But even in ___ __ ___ ____.
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
How ___ ___ ____ so verdant!
Not only in the summertime,
But even in winter is thy prime.
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
How are thy leaves so verdant!
(Lyrics from O Christmas Tree)
Which popular Christmas beverage is also known as "milk punch"?
What Christmas symbol is known for being red and white and often hung on trees or used in festive decorations?
Candy cane
What is the name of the special Christmas countdown activity where families open a small gift or treat every day starting on December 1st?
Advent calendar
What Christmas food is often served with gravy and is a traditional part of the holiday dinner in many countries?
Turkey
Our ____ ___ we bring
Pa rum pum pum pum
To lay before ___ ___
Pa rum pum pum pum,
rum pum pum pum,
rum pum pum pum
Our finest gifts we bring
Pa rum pum pum pum
To lay before the King
Pa rum pum pum pum,
rum pum pum pum,
rum pum pum pum
(Lyrics from The Little Drummer Boy)
In the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” what gift is given on the seventh day?
Seven swans a-swimming
What colour is the traditional Christmas bell?
Gold or silver
What family tradition involves wrapping presents for each other and placing them under the tree, often accompanied by a festive unwrapping ceremony?
Gift-giving
What type of nuts are often roasted and served as a snack at Christmas parties?
Chestnuts
Have a holly, jolly Christmas;
It’s the ___ ___ of the year
I don’t know if there’ll be snow
but ___ __ ___ __ ___
Have a holly, jolly Christmas;
It’s the best time of the year
I don’t know if there’ll be snow
but have a cup of cheer
(Lyrics from Holly Jolly Christmas)
What are the names of Santa's 9 reindeers?
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen, and Rudolph
What color is traditionally used for Christmas cards, representing the winter season?
Red or green
In many Canadian households, what family tradition involves the children making a special Christmas wish list and leaving it out on Christmas Eve?
Writing a letter to Santa Claus
What popular Christmas food is made from a mixture of meat and breadcrumbs, often baked in the oven and served with gravy?
Stuffing