Christmas Traditions
This figure is known for traveling with reindeer, and in various cultures, kids believe he checks his list to find out who's been naughty or nice.
Who is Santa Claus?
In this film, a young boy named Kevin is accidentally left behind when his family goes on vacation for Christmas.
What is "Home Alone"?
In Germany, children celebrate the holiday season by counting down the days until Christmas with this traditional calendar.
What is an Advent calendar?
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me..."
What is "a partridge in a pear tree"?
This symbol is often placed atop Christmas trees and represents the angel who announced Christ's birth.
What is an Angel?
This sweet treat, often shaped like a cane and flavored with peppermint, is a popular Christmas candy.
What is a candy cane?
This animated movie features a boy who takes a magical train ride to the North Pole on Christmas Eve.
What is "The Polar Express"?
Traditionally, this South American country celebrates Christmas by serving a dish called "panettone," a sweet bread filled with fruits and nuts.
What is Brazil?
"Frosty the Snowman was a jolly happy soul, with a corncob pipe and a button nose and two eyes made out of..."
What are coal?
This evergreen tree is commonly decorated with lights, ornaments, and garlands and is a central symbol of the Christmas season.
What is a Christmas tree?
This tradition involves gathering around a decorated evergreen tree to exchange gifts, often taking place on December 25th.
What is Christmas?
In this 2003 film, a man played by Will Ferrell spreads Christmas cheer in New York City after finding out he is actually a human raised by elves.
What is "Elf"?
In Italy, Christmas Eve dinner traditionally includes this meal, which consists of seven different types of fish.
What is La Vigilia (The Vigil)?
"Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way! Oh! What fun it is to ride in a one-horse open..."
What is a sleigh?
Often associated with Santa Claus, this spirit embodies joy, generosity, and festivity during the holiday season.
What is Christmas cheer?
This plant is often hung in doorways during Christmas; if two people meet under it, they are supposed to kiss.
What is mistletoe?
In this classic film, a bumbling thief tries to steal Christmas, but in the end, he learns about the true meaning of the holiday from a small child.
What is "The Grinch"?
In Japan, Christmas is celebrated as a time for couples, with this unique food commonly associated with the holiday.
What is KFC?
"Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer had a very shiny nose, and if you ever saw it, you would even say it..."
What is glows?
These small, colorful paper decorations are often used to adorn gifts and can symbolize the giving spirit of Christmas.
What are bows, ribbons and/or strings?
In the famous poem "A Visit from St. Nicholas," this number of reindeer is said to pull Santa Claus's sleigh, including the most famous one with a glowing nose.
What is eight?
This popular Christmas movie follows a young boy who wants a special red Ryder BB gun for Christmas, despite being told he’ll shoot his eye out.
What is "A Christmas Story"?
In the Philippines, this festival features colorful parols (lanterns) that symbolize the Star of Bethlehem and takes place during the season leading up to Christmas.
What is the Festival of Lights?
"You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I’m telling you why..."
Who is Santa Claus is coming to town?
Representing hope and new life, this plant is commonly associated with Christmas and is often used in decorations and arrangements.
What is a poinsettia?