Christmas Songs
Name that tune:
"...Just like the ones I used to know
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
To hear sleigh bells in the snow..."
White Christmas (Bing Crosby)
The Brothers Grimm fairy tale Hansel and Gretel, which featured an edible house, popularized the concept of this confectionery novelty.
Gingerbread House
This tradition involved stringing what around your Christmas Tree as tasty decoration?
Popcorn String/Garland
Originating from a 1950 song by Walter 'Jack' Rollins & Steve Nelson, this character was brought to life by a magic hat.
Frosty the Snowman
Name that tune:
"You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear
Voices singing, let's be jolly
Deck the halls with boughs of holly..."
Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
(Brenda Lee)
This drink is a chilled, dairy-based beverage, and traditionally the ingredients are whipped together. Sometimes it is spiked with brandy or bourbon.
Eggnog
What two items are traditionally left for Santa on Christmas Eve?
Milk and Cookies
A grumpy, green, cave-dwelling creature created by Dr. Seuss who famously tries to ruin Christmas for the cheerful residents of Whoville.
The Grinch
Name that tune:
"All is calm, all is bright
Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child
Holy Infant so tender and mild
Sleep in heavenly peace
Sleep in heavenly peace"
Silent Night (Joseph Franz Mohr)
This sweet, warm drink is a winter staple. Typically mixed with milk or water and topped with whipped cream.
Hot Chocolate (Hot Cocoa)
In the 19th century, this Christmas tradition became a widespread community activity, intending to go door-to-door to spread holiday cheer.
Caroling
James 'Jimmy' Stewart played this famous christmas character in It's A Wonderful Life.
George Bailey
Name that tune:
"There'll be parties for hosting
Marshmallows for toasting
And caroling out in the snow,
There'll be scary ghost stories
And tales of the glories
Of Christmases long, long ago"
It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (Andy Williams)
A dense, rich holiday cake packed with dried and candied fruits, nuts, and spices, often flavored with alcohol, known for its long shelf life
Fruitcake
This was a traditional way to countdown the days until Christmas, with each day featuring a small door, pocket, or window that reveals a surprise.
Advent Calendar
He is the cold-hearted protagonist of Charles Dickens' novella A Christmas Carol, who famously despises Christmas and generosity until he is visited by three ghosts.
Ebeneezer Scrooge
Name that tune:
"What a bright time, it's the right time
To rock the night away
Jingle bell time is a swell time
To go glidin' in a one-horse sleigh "
Jingle Bell Rock (Bobby Helms)
Cooking these over an open fire (often with an 'X' scored on them) and peeling them hot make for sweet, earthy treat.
Roasted Chestnuts
Families traditionally read this poem before bed on Christmas Eve.
"Twas the Night Before Christmas"
orginally called, A Visit from St. Nicholas (1823)
He is a legendary figure and the personification of winter, known for bringing frost, ice, and snow, as well as being a bit of a mischievous spirite.
Jack Frost