Winter Holidays
A holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25.
What is Christmas?
A reindeer with a nose so bright, flying Santa's sleigh.
Who is Rudolf the Red-nose Reindeer?
Only the most wealthy and elite Germans could afford to adorn their trees with this back in the 1600s—it was made with real silver! Now it’s made from PVC, which makes it a much cheaper way to spruce up the branches, but it’s also messier and a hazard for pets.
What is the tinsel?
The location of the New Year's Countdown and Ball Drop.
What is New York's Times Square?
The treats that you leave out for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve.
What are milk and cookies?
A festival observed by lighting the candles of a candelabrum with nine branches, commonly called a menorah.
What is Hannukah?
A character with a carrot nose who came to life with a magic hat.
Who is Frosty the Snowman?
A symbol of life, fertility, and romance. It is hung over doorways and often prompting a kiss underneath.
What is mistletoe?
The hopeful outcome of eating grapes as the clock strikes twelve.
What is good luck?
A "man" who taunts his pursuers as he runs away to his ultimate demise in a fox's mouth.
Who is the Gingerbread Man?
A holiday based on African harvest festival traditions from various parts of West, East, as well as Southeast Africa.
What is Kwanzaa?
A character known for resenting the Christmas holiday.
Who is the Grinch?
Thoughtfully shaped like a shepherd’s cane, creating a symbolic Christmas connection representative of the Good Shepherd and his loyal disciples.
What is a Candy Cane?
The Scottish song, which means "old long ago," is sung at the stroke of midnight as a way to bid farewell to the past year.
What is Auld Lang Syne?
A fairy tale about a poor shoemaker who receives mysterious help from two elves, who he later rewards with clothes.
What is The Elves and the Shoemaker?
The last day of the year and is celebrated globally with festivities like parties, fireworks, and countdowns to midnight
What is New Year's Eve?
A man redeemed by three ghosts of the past, present, and future.
Who is Ebenezer Scrooge?
Used as traditional decor during the holiday season. Typically made from the branches and greenery of evergreens, these are proudly displayed on front doors as a welcoming symbol.
What are wreaths?
When the clock strikes midnight, it's customary to share a personal moment of affection. It is thought to be a way to bring people good luck, celebrate among loved ones and solidify relationships.
What is a kiss?
The classic Charles Dickens story of Ebenezer Scrooge, who is visited by ghosts and learns the meaning of Christmas.
What is The Christmas Carol?
A holiday to donate gifts to those in need, celebrated after Christmas Day.
What is Boxing Day?
A personification of frost, ice, snow, sleet, winter, and freezing cold, known for nipping noses and toes.
Who is Jack Frost?
Decorations that eventually replaced fruits, flowers, candles, and other things.
What are ornaments?
Devices that evolved from bamboo to ward off evil spirits.
What are firecrackers?
A well-known poem that describes a magical Christmas Eve.
What is the Night before Christmas?