Jolly
Happy, Cheerful, Joyful, Merry
Giving Someone the Cold Shoulder
To ignore someone.
Cold
Freezing, chilly, frosty VS. A sickness (the common cold)
It's Christmas dinner and you don't like most of the foods that are out. Your parents say you have to try everything. What do you do?
Frosty
Freezing, cold, chilly
Skating on Thin Ice
When you place yourself in a bad/dangerous situation that may have negative consequences.
Bright
Shining, dazzling VS. Smart, intelligent
Your family wants to sing and dance to holiday music, but you aren't a great dancer or singer. How do you feel? What should you do?
Embarrassed, shy, annoyed. But, maybe try to sing to one song or dance, to have fun with your family and try new things.
Carolling
Chant, sing, serenade
Christmas Came Early
When something good happens, especially if it was unexpected. To receive some good news, a gift or a pleasant surprise.
Present
A gift vs. To give
You accidentally dropped your Mom's present and broke what was inside. How do you feel? What should you say?
Scared, sad, mad. I could tell another family member or mom that I'm sorry and didn't mean to. It is the thought that counts. I can also make something else like a card!
Wondrous
Amazing, wonderful, fascinating
Holiday Spirit
The excitement people feel when they are looking forward to the holiday season.
Train
The transportation vehicle VS. To teach someone something
You got exactly what you wanted for a gift. How do you feel? How do you react? What do you say?
Happy, glad, grateful. Say thank you, and show them how much you love your gift. Get them a nice gift or card as a thank you, or a big hug.
Adorned
Decorate, Dress up, Beautify
To Trim the Tree
To decorate a Christmas tree, typically with lights and ornaments. While trim can also mean to cut, such as in hair or fabric, that is not its meaning here.
Dashing
Rush, race, fly VS. Bold, stylish, dapper
You have opened all of your gifts on Christmas morning and you didn't get what you wanted. How do you feel? What could you do?
Sad, upset, mad. Still say thank you to your family, because it is the thought that counts!