Christmas Traditions
People hang these on their tree; they can shine, sparkle, or be homemade.
What are ornaments?
Santa’s most famous snack that kids leave out for him.
What are cookies?
This reindeer has a glowing red nose.
Who is Rudolph?
In this song, people wish you a “Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.”
What is We Wish You a Merry Christmas?
This movie features a red-nosed reindeer who saves Christmas.
What is Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
Many families put this green plant above doorways so people can share a kiss.
What is mistletoe?
Santa often drinks this with his cookies.
What is milk?
This reindeer’s name starts with a “D” and sounds like someone who runs really fast.
Who is Dasher?
This song begins with “Jingle bells, jingle bells…”
What is Jingle Bells?
In this movie, a boy takes a magical train ride to the North Pole.
What is The Polar Express?
This treat is often left out for Santa on Christmas Eve—sometimes with milk.
What are cookies?
Some families leave Santa this fruit to stay healthy on his trip.
What is an apple? (also accept orange)
These two reindeer have names that rhyme: one dances and one prances.
Who are Dancer and Prancer?
This carol tells the story of a silent, peaceful night.
What is Silent Night?
In this movie, a young boy named Kevin gets left home alone.
What is Home Alone?
Families often open these wrapped items on Christmas morning.
What are presents?
Santa’s reindeer love to munch on this crunchy orange vegetable.
What are carrots?
This reindeer’s name is the same as a baby angel from Valentine’s Day.
Who is Cupid?
This song is about a snowman who comes to life.
What is Frosty the Snowman?
This movie is about a green creature who tries to steal Christmas from Whoville.
What is How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
People hang these long fabric decorations on the wall or fireplace to fill with small gifts.
What are stockings?
Some cultures leave Santa a warm drink made of chocolate.
What is hot chocolate?
These two reindeer have names that mean “thunder” and “lightning.”
Who are Donner and Blitzen?
In this carol, angels are heard singing “Glory to the newborn King.”
What is Hark! The Herald Angels Sing?
This Christmas movie is about an elf who discovers he’s actually a human.
What is Elf?