Spread the Joy and Love of Christmas for All to Enjoy!Angie Hui
This document discusses ways to make Christmas special while keeping within a budget. It suggests that homemade gifts are a good option as they not only save money but also show that time and care was put into the gift. These types of homemade gifts will often be remembered for years to come. It also encourages focusing on what makes Christmas special for your family and spreading love to those in need.
The document provides information and instructions for a kindergarten unit on winter holidays around the world, including how to make suitcases and passports for students to "travel" to countries like France, Germany, England, Mexico, and parts of Africa to learn about traditional celebrations and customs in each place. Details are given on holiday traditions and foods in each country or region that students will study as part of the pretend travel portion of the unit.
Christmas vocabulary flashcards n definitions by evridiki d 2009Evridiki Dakos
The document provides information to help prepare for Christmas, including definitions of common Christmas-related words and traditions. It defines words like tinsel, trim, holly, Christmas stocking, Christmas tree, fir tree, gingerbread, gingerbread house, present, candy cane, and New Year's resolution. It also describes Advent calendars and wreaths. The purpose is to inform about Christmas customs and vocabulary for a teacher training workshop on getting ready for Christmas.
This document discusses various Christmas traditions in the UK, including:
- Nativity plays performed by school children
- Carol services held in schools and churches
- Decorating homes with Christmas trees, lights, cards and presents
- The tradition of leaving gifts from Father Christmas/Santa and having a Christmas dinner of turkey, potatoes, vegetables and pudding.
- Activities like writing to Santa, caroling, and pulling crackers at meals.
Spread the Joy and Love of Christmas for All to Enjoy!Angie Hui
This document discusses ways to make Christmas special while keeping within a budget. It suggests that homemade gifts are a good option as they not only save money but also show that time and care was put into the gift. These types of homemade gifts will often be remembered for years to come. It also encourages focusing on what makes Christmas special for your family and spreading love to those in need.
The document provides information and instructions for a kindergarten unit on winter holidays around the world, including how to make suitcases and passports for students to "travel" to countries like France, Germany, England, Mexico, and parts of Africa to learn about traditional celebrations and customs in each place. Details are given on holiday traditions and foods in each country or region that students will study as part of the pretend travel portion of the unit.
Christmas vocabulary flashcards n definitions by evridiki d 2009Evridiki Dakos
The document provides information to help prepare for Christmas, including definitions of common Christmas-related words and traditions. It defines words like tinsel, trim, holly, Christmas stocking, Christmas tree, fir tree, gingerbread, gingerbread house, present, candy cane, and New Year's resolution. It also describes Advent calendars and wreaths. The purpose is to inform about Christmas customs and vocabulary for a teacher training workshop on getting ready for Christmas.
This document discusses various Christmas traditions in the UK, including:
- Nativity plays performed by school children
- Carol services held in schools and churches
- Decorating homes with Christmas trees, lights, cards and presents
- The tradition of leaving gifts from Father Christmas/Santa and having a Christmas dinner of turkey, potatoes, vegetables and pudding.
- Activities like writing to Santa, caroling, and pulling crackers at meals.
Must watch Christmas Movies- Lifestyle
A Christmas Carol (1938)
'A Christmas Carol' is one of the all-time hits, based on the festival. Although the story told by 'A Christmas Carol' has been redone for a number of times, the version filmed in the movie has touched millions of hearts. It remains one of the classic Christmas movies. Produced by Joseph L. Mankiewicz and directed by Edwin L. Marin, Reginald Owen played the lead role of 'A Christmas Carol' (1938). The movie is an adaptation of Charles Dickens's novelette.
It's A Wonderful Life (1946)
Another classic Christmas movie, 'It's a Wonderful Life' is a story about a man facing the hardships of life. The 1946 movie was produced and directed by Frank Capra, with the star cast including James Stewart and Donna Reed. The film is loosely based on the story "The Greatest Gift", authored by Philip Van Doren Stern. If you want to watch a family entertainer on Christmas, then this movie is what you need. The film is listed as one of the all-time hit Christmas movies.
A Christmas Story (1983)
To share lighter moments with your loved ones, you may watch a classic comedy, this Christmas. The Bob Clark film 'A Christmas Story' would serve the purpose. Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin and Melinda Dillon fitted into the lead roles of the film. It is the narration of a young boy during the 1940s, which tells us his experience in the holidays, leading up to Christmas and ultimately, Christmas day itself. The story has been written in the point of view of the child.
Home Alone (1990)
'Home Alone', a Chris Columbus movie, is based on the adventures of a mischievous boy Kevin McCalister (Macaulay Culkin), alone at home during the holiday season, when his big family leaves for a vacation. Although the film doesn't depict any legendary character, nor does it tell a Christmas story, it gives you the feel of the festival. Thus, it makes itself one of the all-time hit Christmas movies. If you want to laugh out loudly with your family, then 'Home Alone' is a must-watch, during the festive season.
The Santa Clause (1994)
Released by Walt Disney Pictures in 1994, the English movie 'The Santa Clause' is truly a family entertainer. The comedy flick features Tim Allen as a divorced father - Scott Calvin and his spoilt brat son, Charlie (Eric Lloyd). The movie catches the real essence of Christmas and invokes the festive spirits in its audience. The legendary character Santa Claus is depicted in this movie. Hence, 'The Santa Clause is a must-watch during the holiday season.
The Story behind Santa Clause- Lifestyle
The matter of Santa Claus being a mythological character is often debatable. While some people claim that Santa was once a real character who has now been made fictional with mythological tales and stories, many others claim that Santa was never real and is the result of the commercialization of Christmas. Several similar characters are also popular in Europe and other parts of the world. Santa
Playing between Waste and Pollution( Living in a Slum)maditabalnco
The economic crisis has meant that many families in India can no longer afford expensive Christmas gifts or family trips as in the past. For children living in places like India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Burma where garbage and pollution have replaced parks, Santa Claus does not visit their homes. However, the lack of funds has not removed the imagination and illusion for these children, as they have sharpened their wits to create their own toys.
One of the most enjoyable days for Christians is Easter day. It is believed that Lord Jesus has reappeared on this articular day and now this is marked as Easter day.
Christmas in canada_gouzioti_dimitratou4Gym Glyfadas
Christmas in Canada is celebrated with many traditions and customs that create a festive atmosphere. Homes are decorated with lights, trees adorned with ornaments, and neighbors gather to sing Christmas carols. Families put up trees and stockings, exchange gifts, and enjoy Christmas dinners together. Christmas is an opportunity for people to travel to reunite with family and spend time with loved ones, celebrating the birth of Jesus and other holiday traditions.
The document discusses various Christmas traditions and customs, including:
1) Mistletoe being hung in doorways where people kiss if standing under it.
2) Decorating Christmas trees with ornaments and lights and placing presents under them.
3) Creating nativity scenes depicting Jesus' birth.
4) Hanging stockings by the fireplace and filling them with small gifts.
5) Beliefs about Santa Claus riding in a sleigh pulled by reindeer and delivering gifts on Christmas Eve.
The document discusses various reuse and recycling projects done by children at Chennestone school in England. It describes how the children made a water bottle tower out of old plastic bottles, held a reuse competition to see what items could be made from trash, painted used tires to use as plant pots, made Christmas tags, wrapping paper and bows out of old cards and wallpaper to raise money, sent e-cards to relatives to avoid paper waste, and wore badges to promote their Green Team.
Christmas celebration by Petya_5a class_2012 - 2013 school yeariliyana_panayotova
In Bulgaria, Christmas is celebrated on December 25. Traditions include decorating Christmas trees with stars at the top, children leaving letters for Santa Claus and waiting for presents, and caroling from house to house where people give fruits and nuts. Special Christmas foods include meatless dishes, beans, rice, peppers, cabbage, corn, pumpkin, breads, pastries and plenty of boiled wheat, beans, cabbage, rice and dried fruits. Children enjoy playing in the snow by coasting, ice skating, building snowmen, and believing Santa Claus will bring their wished for gifts using his reindeer to pull his sleigh.
The document describes how Christmas is celebrated in Britain. Some key traditions include sending Christmas cards, watching nativity plays, singing Christmas carols, decorating Christmas trees, and having large family gatherings for a Christmas dinner that typically includes roast turkey, roast potatoes, and Christmas pudding. On Christmas Eve, children leave out mince pies and carrots for Santa and his reindeer, and on Christmas Day they open presents under the tree.
People around the world celebrate Christmas in many different ways. Traditions include decorating with lights, trees and nativity scenes. Santa Claus and gift giving is popular in many places. Christmas meals vary but often include foods like turkey, ham and special desserts. Carol singing and religious services are also common across cultures. Christmas is celebrated with warmth, family and religious significance regardless of location.
Christmas is celebrated on December 25th and precedes Christmas Eve on December 24th. Traditions include decorating Christmas trees with lights and ornaments, hanging mistletoe, sending Christmas cards, last-minute gift shopping, eating Christmas dinner with family, and children leaving milk and carrots for Santa's reindeer on Christmas Eve. On Christmas Day, children find gifts under the tree that were delivered by Santa Claus, who is said to live at the North Pole and bring presents down the chimney.
CLIENT: MODERN CHRISTMAS TREES
PRESS: DENVER POST
WORK: Wrote and distributed the press release for Modern Christmas Trees, which was picked up by the Denver Post, amongst others.
The document describes various winter holiday traditions in the United States, including choosing a Christmas tree, decorating with ornaments, making gingerbread houses, caroling, traditions around mistletoe, egg nog, candy canes, attending midnight mass on Christmas Eve, leaving cookies and milk for Santa, and engaging in winter activities like ice skating and sledding. Key details are provided about the narrator's personal family traditions and experiences with large snowfalls in their town.
The document provides information about Christmas traditions, vocabulary, and activities. It discusses when Christmas is celebrated, including Christmas Eve on December 24th and Christmas Day on December 25th. Traditions mentioned include decorating Christmas trees on Christmas Eve, eating roast turkey and pudding on Christmas Day, and singing carols. Boxing Day is celebrated on December 26th. The document also includes vocabulary definitions and questions to test comprehension.
The Junior Civitans group at Gray Stone Day School is conducting various service projects to help the community, including raising money from classrooms to buy Christmas gifts for children hospitalized over the holidays which club members will deliver to the hospital on December 18th.
The tradition of decorating evergreen trees at Christmas originated in pre-Christian times when people celebrated the winter solstice and promise of spring by decorating with evergreen boughs. Germans brought the Christmas tree tradition to America in the mid-1800s. Today, most American families have large trees during Christmas, many of which are cut from tree farms. Santa Claus traces his origins to the Dutch tradition of Sinter Klaas, and Dutch settlers introduced Santa to American children as a gift-giver who arrives on Christmas Eve. Children leave out cookies and milk for Santa before going to sleep on Christmas Eve.
Christmas is celebrated on December 25th to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. Many families decorate their homes with Christmas trees, lights, poinsettias and nativity scenes during this holiday season. Traditional Christmas celebrations include attending church services, hanging stockings, exchanging gifts and having meals with family and friends.
The document describes various Christmas traditions in Great Britain. On Christmas Eve, children hang stockings and leave carrots and mince pies for Father Christmas. On Christmas Day, families open presents and have a large meal followed by relaxing activities. Boxing Day is spent visiting others and exchanging gifts. New Year's Eve involves fireworks displays and large parties. Traditional Christmas foods include Christmas pudding, cake, and mince pies. Other customs involve Christmas crackers, cards, trees decorated with candles and sweets, mistletoe, holly, nativity plays, pantomimes, and making wishes while breaking a wishbone.
All that you need to know about the festival Christmas
Christmas History-
Christmas is one of the most popular festivals around the world.
The approaching winter season indicates us that Christmas is around and we usually associate the winter with the Christmas celebration and with 25th December as the birth of Lord Christ
However the history of Christmas dates back over 4000 years and it tells us that celebration during the winter season were common, even way before the Christ was born.
It has been celebrated at different places for different reasons and date of the celebration was fixed to be 25th December quite later.
Christmas Eve-
The day is preceded by Christmas Eve, which falls on December 24, and followed by eleven days of the festival, ending on January 6.
On Christmas Eve, houses are cleaned from top to bottom and are decorated beautifully with lights and other lovely festoons
Planning dinners on Christmas Eve is a tradition that follows since a long time. Usually, a typical Christmas Eve is celebrated by organizing a family dinner or an elaborate meal
The main attraction and highlight of Christmas Eve is the arrival of the famous and everyone's favorite - the legendary character Santa Claus
The idea is to have fun and spread good cheer, on Christmas Eve.
Christmas Trivia
Holy represents the crown worn by Lord Jesus Christ, when he was crucified and the red color of the berries represents his blood.
Christmas is the season, when the world witnesses the maximum sale of diamonds.
Every year, during the Christmas season, more than a billion cards are sold in UK.
Rudolph, the legendary reindeer of Santa Claus, was a creation of Montgomery Ward. He created it for the purpose of a holiday promotion, in the late 1930s.
The world's tallest Christmas tree was erected in America, in 1950. The tree was as high as 76 m.
Candy canes, one of the popular sweet treats used for Christmas, originally were straight white sticks of sugar candy. They were used as an embellishment for Christmas tree. The ends of the candy were bent by Cologne Cathedral, to symbolize shepherd's crook
The word 'Christmas is an old English word and is a contracted version of 'Christ's Mass'.
The tradition of ringing church bells on Christmas morning dates back to the medieval times. The ringing bells symbolize the birth of Jesus Christ.
The tradition of gift-giving during Christmas has originated from the legendary characters of the Three Wise Men, who brought presents to Jesus, when he was born.
Many people believe that the legendary character Santa Claus is based on a real person named St. Nicholas. It is also believed that St. Nicholas brings in Christmas gifts, on the Eve of the festival.
Colours of Christmas
Main colors of Christmas are red and green. They are generally used with white, sparkling silver and gold to compliment them.
Rudolph has a bright red nose and is the favorite reindeer of all children.
Must watch Christmas Movies- Lifestyle
A Christmas Carol (1938)
'A Christmas Carol' is one of the all-time hits, based on the festival. Although the story told by 'A Christmas Carol' has been redone for a number of times, the version filmed in the movie has touched millions of hearts. It remains one of the classic Christmas movies. Produced by Joseph L. Mankiewicz and directed by Edwin L. Marin, Reginald Owen played the lead role of 'A Christmas Carol' (1938). The movie is an adaptation of Charles Dickens's novelette.
It's A Wonderful Life (1946)
Another classic Christmas movie, 'It's a Wonderful Life' is a story about a man facing the hardships of life. The 1946 movie was produced and directed by Frank Capra, with the star cast including James Stewart and Donna Reed. The film is loosely based on the story "The Greatest Gift", authored by Philip Van Doren Stern. If you want to watch a family entertainer on Christmas, then this movie is what you need. The film is listed as one of the all-time hit Christmas movies.
A Christmas Story (1983)
To share lighter moments with your loved ones, you may watch a classic comedy, this Christmas. The Bob Clark film 'A Christmas Story' would serve the purpose. Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin and Melinda Dillon fitted into the lead roles of the film. It is the narration of a young boy during the 1940s, which tells us his experience in the holidays, leading up to Christmas and ultimately, Christmas day itself. The story has been written in the point of view of the child.
Home Alone (1990)
'Home Alone', a Chris Columbus movie, is based on the adventures of a mischievous boy Kevin McCalister (Macaulay Culkin), alone at home during the holiday season, when his big family leaves for a vacation. Although the film doesn't depict any legendary character, nor does it tell a Christmas story, it gives you the feel of the festival. Thus, it makes itself one of the all-time hit Christmas movies. If you want to laugh out loudly with your family, then 'Home Alone' is a must-watch, during the festive season.
The Santa Clause (1994)
Released by Walt Disney Pictures in 1994, the English movie 'The Santa Clause' is truly a family entertainer. The comedy flick features Tim Allen as a divorced father - Scott Calvin and his spoilt brat son, Charlie (Eric Lloyd). The movie catches the real essence of Christmas and invokes the festive spirits in its audience. The legendary character Santa Claus is depicted in this movie. Hence, 'The Santa Clause is a must-watch during the holiday season.
The Story behind Santa Clause- Lifestyle
The matter of Santa Claus being a mythological character is often debatable. While some people claim that Santa was once a real character who has now been made fictional with mythological tales and stories, many others claim that Santa was never real and is the result of the commercialization of Christmas. Several similar characters are also popular in Europe and other parts of the world. Santa
Playing between Waste and Pollution( Living in a Slum)maditabalnco
The economic crisis has meant that many families in India can no longer afford expensive Christmas gifts or family trips as in the past. For children living in places like India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Burma where garbage and pollution have replaced parks, Santa Claus does not visit their homes. However, the lack of funds has not removed the imagination and illusion for these children, as they have sharpened their wits to create their own toys.
One of the most enjoyable days for Christians is Easter day. It is believed that Lord Jesus has reappeared on this articular day and now this is marked as Easter day.
Christmas in canada_gouzioti_dimitratou4Gym Glyfadas
Christmas in Canada is celebrated with many traditions and customs that create a festive atmosphere. Homes are decorated with lights, trees adorned with ornaments, and neighbors gather to sing Christmas carols. Families put up trees and stockings, exchange gifts, and enjoy Christmas dinners together. Christmas is an opportunity for people to travel to reunite with family and spend time with loved ones, celebrating the birth of Jesus and other holiday traditions.
The document discusses various Christmas traditions and customs, including:
1) Mistletoe being hung in doorways where people kiss if standing under it.
2) Decorating Christmas trees with ornaments and lights and placing presents under them.
3) Creating nativity scenes depicting Jesus' birth.
4) Hanging stockings by the fireplace and filling them with small gifts.
5) Beliefs about Santa Claus riding in a sleigh pulled by reindeer and delivering gifts on Christmas Eve.
The document discusses various reuse and recycling projects done by children at Chennestone school in England. It describes how the children made a water bottle tower out of old plastic bottles, held a reuse competition to see what items could be made from trash, painted used tires to use as plant pots, made Christmas tags, wrapping paper and bows out of old cards and wallpaper to raise money, sent e-cards to relatives to avoid paper waste, and wore badges to promote their Green Team.
Christmas celebration by Petya_5a class_2012 - 2013 school yeariliyana_panayotova
In Bulgaria, Christmas is celebrated on December 25. Traditions include decorating Christmas trees with stars at the top, children leaving letters for Santa Claus and waiting for presents, and caroling from house to house where people give fruits and nuts. Special Christmas foods include meatless dishes, beans, rice, peppers, cabbage, corn, pumpkin, breads, pastries and plenty of boiled wheat, beans, cabbage, rice and dried fruits. Children enjoy playing in the snow by coasting, ice skating, building snowmen, and believing Santa Claus will bring their wished for gifts using his reindeer to pull his sleigh.
The document describes how Christmas is celebrated in Britain. Some key traditions include sending Christmas cards, watching nativity plays, singing Christmas carols, decorating Christmas trees, and having large family gatherings for a Christmas dinner that typically includes roast turkey, roast potatoes, and Christmas pudding. On Christmas Eve, children leave out mince pies and carrots for Santa and his reindeer, and on Christmas Day they open presents under the tree.
People around the world celebrate Christmas in many different ways. Traditions include decorating with lights, trees and nativity scenes. Santa Claus and gift giving is popular in many places. Christmas meals vary but often include foods like turkey, ham and special desserts. Carol singing and religious services are also common across cultures. Christmas is celebrated with warmth, family and religious significance regardless of location.
Christmas is celebrated on December 25th and precedes Christmas Eve on December 24th. Traditions include decorating Christmas trees with lights and ornaments, hanging mistletoe, sending Christmas cards, last-minute gift shopping, eating Christmas dinner with family, and children leaving milk and carrots for Santa's reindeer on Christmas Eve. On Christmas Day, children find gifts under the tree that were delivered by Santa Claus, who is said to live at the North Pole and bring presents down the chimney.
CLIENT: MODERN CHRISTMAS TREES
PRESS: DENVER POST
WORK: Wrote and distributed the press release for Modern Christmas Trees, which was picked up by the Denver Post, amongst others.
The document describes various winter holiday traditions in the United States, including choosing a Christmas tree, decorating with ornaments, making gingerbread houses, caroling, traditions around mistletoe, egg nog, candy canes, attending midnight mass on Christmas Eve, leaving cookies and milk for Santa, and engaging in winter activities like ice skating and sledding. Key details are provided about the narrator's personal family traditions and experiences with large snowfalls in their town.
The document provides information about Christmas traditions, vocabulary, and activities. It discusses when Christmas is celebrated, including Christmas Eve on December 24th and Christmas Day on December 25th. Traditions mentioned include decorating Christmas trees on Christmas Eve, eating roast turkey and pudding on Christmas Day, and singing carols. Boxing Day is celebrated on December 26th. The document also includes vocabulary definitions and questions to test comprehension.
The Junior Civitans group at Gray Stone Day School is conducting various service projects to help the community, including raising money from classrooms to buy Christmas gifts for children hospitalized over the holidays which club members will deliver to the hospital on December 18th.
The tradition of decorating evergreen trees at Christmas originated in pre-Christian times when people celebrated the winter solstice and promise of spring by decorating with evergreen boughs. Germans brought the Christmas tree tradition to America in the mid-1800s. Today, most American families have large trees during Christmas, many of which are cut from tree farms. Santa Claus traces his origins to the Dutch tradition of Sinter Klaas, and Dutch settlers introduced Santa to American children as a gift-giver who arrives on Christmas Eve. Children leave out cookies and milk for Santa before going to sleep on Christmas Eve.
Christmas is celebrated on December 25th to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. Many families decorate their homes with Christmas trees, lights, poinsettias and nativity scenes during this holiday season. Traditional Christmas celebrations include attending church services, hanging stockings, exchanging gifts and having meals with family and friends.
The document describes various Christmas traditions in Great Britain. On Christmas Eve, children hang stockings and leave carrots and mince pies for Father Christmas. On Christmas Day, families open presents and have a large meal followed by relaxing activities. Boxing Day is spent visiting others and exchanging gifts. New Year's Eve involves fireworks displays and large parties. Traditional Christmas foods include Christmas pudding, cake, and mince pies. Other customs involve Christmas crackers, cards, trees decorated with candles and sweets, mistletoe, holly, nativity plays, pantomimes, and making wishes while breaking a wishbone.
All that you need to know about the festival Christmas
Christmas History-
Christmas is one of the most popular festivals around the world.
The approaching winter season indicates us that Christmas is around and we usually associate the winter with the Christmas celebration and with 25th December as the birth of Lord Christ
However the history of Christmas dates back over 4000 years and it tells us that celebration during the winter season were common, even way before the Christ was born.
It has been celebrated at different places for different reasons and date of the celebration was fixed to be 25th December quite later.
Christmas Eve-
The day is preceded by Christmas Eve, which falls on December 24, and followed by eleven days of the festival, ending on January 6.
On Christmas Eve, houses are cleaned from top to bottom and are decorated beautifully with lights and other lovely festoons
Planning dinners on Christmas Eve is a tradition that follows since a long time. Usually, a typical Christmas Eve is celebrated by organizing a family dinner or an elaborate meal
The main attraction and highlight of Christmas Eve is the arrival of the famous and everyone's favorite - the legendary character Santa Claus
The idea is to have fun and spread good cheer, on Christmas Eve.
Christmas Trivia
Holy represents the crown worn by Lord Jesus Christ, when he was crucified and the red color of the berries represents his blood.
Christmas is the season, when the world witnesses the maximum sale of diamonds.
Every year, during the Christmas season, more than a billion cards are sold in UK.
Rudolph, the legendary reindeer of Santa Claus, was a creation of Montgomery Ward. He created it for the purpose of a holiday promotion, in the late 1930s.
The world's tallest Christmas tree was erected in America, in 1950. The tree was as high as 76 m.
Candy canes, one of the popular sweet treats used for Christmas, originally were straight white sticks of sugar candy. They were used as an embellishment for Christmas tree. The ends of the candy were bent by Cologne Cathedral, to symbolize shepherd's crook
The word 'Christmas is an old English word and is a contracted version of 'Christ's Mass'.
The tradition of ringing church bells on Christmas morning dates back to the medieval times. The ringing bells symbolize the birth of Jesus Christ.
The tradition of gift-giving during Christmas has originated from the legendary characters of the Three Wise Men, who brought presents to Jesus, when he was born.
Many people believe that the legendary character Santa Claus is based on a real person named St. Nicholas. It is also believed that St. Nicholas brings in Christmas gifts, on the Eve of the festival.
Colours of Christmas
Main colors of Christmas are red and green. They are generally used with white, sparkling silver and gold to compliment them.
Rudolph has a bright red nose and is the favorite reindeer of all children.
Americans celebrate Christmas with various traditions such as decorating homes with Christmas trees, lights and ornaments. Children believe Santa Claus delivers presents by sleigh on Christmas Eve and leave letters requesting gifts. Families attend church services and have festive dinners with turkey, ham or goose along with side dishes like mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce. People also go caroling by singing Christmas songs from house to house.
Christmas in England and USA by victor_manuelMariana Morales
Christmas traditions in England and the USA include:
- Christmas crackers were first made in London in the 1840s and are a UK tradition.
- Santa Claus, known by various names, brings gifts on Christmas Eve according to Western traditions.
- Boxing Day on December 26th began as a day for churches in the UK to distribute alms to the poor.
- Evergreen plants like holly and mistletoe have been used for thousands of years to decorate during winter, as have the colors red, gold, white, and blue.
- Christmas trees, real or artificial, are decorated and associated with the celebration of Christmas.
- Traditions vary but include decorating trees, wreaths
American Christmas is the most important religious holiday for Christians in the United States. It is celebrated on December 25th and involves decorating Christmas trees, exchanging gifts, baking cookies, caroling, and celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. Families gather, light decorations, give each other presents, and enjoy special meals together. Children believe Santa Claus delivers gifts by flying on his sleigh pulled by reindeer.
Christmas Eve is celebrated on December 25th to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. Traditions include visiting church services, singing carols, exchanging gifts, decorating Christmas trees, creating snowmen, hosting feasts with family and friends, cleaning chimneys and hanging stockings for Santa. The colors of Christmas are red, green, and gold which symbolize the blood of Christ, eternal life, and royalty. People also decorate trees with candles, bells, ornaments, tinsel and place an angel or star at the top to represent the angels.
Christmas - festival of joy, hope & enthusiasmRayna Tours
Christmas is the biggest festival of christian, it is celebrated to respect the birth of Jesus Christ. Find information on history, tradition, gift, decoration ideas and many more.
Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25th to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ in Bethlehem. People decorate their homes with evergreen plants, lights, and Christmas trees. Families come together for a special feast of meats, breads, desserts, and other foods. The exchange of gifts between loved ones and sending of Christmas cards are also important modern traditions, as is the figure of Santa Claus who brings gifts to children. Overall, Christmas is a time for generosity, caring for others, and celebrating universal brotherhood.
This article explores the origins and meanings behind some popular Christmas symbols such as candy canes, holly, ivy, poinsettias, Christmas trees, candles and Santa Claus. It finds that while not mentioned in biblical accounts, many of these symbols originated from historical facts, legends or traditions that sought to inspire faith and remind people of the birth and meaning of Jesus Christ. For example, candy canes were designed to represent the blood of Christ through their red stripes. The 12 Days of Christmas song is said to symbolize different aspects of Christian faith through its gifts. Candles represent Jesus as the light of the world who conquered darkness. Christmas trees have roots in German religious plays about the Garden of Eden.
This document provides information about Christmas traditions and symbols. It discusses how Christmas is celebrated as the birthday of Jesus Christ on December 25th. One of the major attractions is decorating the Christmas tree with candles, cakes, and ribbons. The document also describes Santa Claus and his role in gift giving, as well as traditions like caroling, gift exchanges, special meals, and making snowmen.
Christmas in the USA involves several traditions and symbols. Popular decorations include lights, trees, wreaths and stockings. Foods like turkey, cookies and eggnog are commonly eaten for Christmas meals and gatherings. Americans celebrate through religious services, shows like The Nutcracker, and caroling. Children anticipate gifts brought by Santa Claus, who is said to deliver presents down the chimney on Christmas Eve.
The document summarizes the customs of three American holidays: Christmas Day, Valentine's Day, and Independence Day. It describes traditions such as gift giving, decorating with lights and trees, exchanging valentines, having romantic dinners, hosting barbecues, and watching fireworks displays while wearing patriotic clothing and listening to songs like "The Star Spangled Banner". It also discusses the origins and history behind some of the customs for each holiday.
Christmas is one of the greatest holidays celebrated in Britain on December 25th, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. Some key British Christmas traditions include preparing Christmas dinner with roast turkey or goose, decorating Christmas trees which originated in Germany, caroling from house to house, sending Christmas cards, and the arrival of Father Christmas who children believe leaves presents in their stockings by the fireplace on Christmas Eve. Today, Christmas remains one of the most popular holidays in Britain.
Christmas is one of the greatest holidays celebrated in Britain on December 25th, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. Some key British Christmas traditions include preparing Christmas dinner with roast turkey or goose, decorating Christmas trees which originated in Germany, caroling from house to house, sending Christmas cards, and the arrival of Father Christmas who children believe leaves presents in their stockings by the fireplace on Christmas Eve. Today, Christmas remains one of the most popular holidays in Britain.
Traditional Christmas celebrations span from December 24th to January 6th and include various customs that originated from the story of Jesus's birth. Some key customs mentioned in the document are decorating Christmas trees as a reminder of Jesus's light in our lives, displaying nativity scenes and other decorations to symbolize the simplicity of Jesus's birth, children singing carols and receiving candy or money in a tradition called "aguinaldo", midnight mass services called "la misa de gallo" to commemorate Baby Jesus's birth, and special family dinners on Christmas Eve to bring loved ones together.
Traditional Christmas celebrations span from December 24th to January 6th and incorporate a variety of customs that originated from the story of Jesus's birth. Some key customs include decorating Christmas trees with lights and ornaments, creating nativity scenes, children singing carols and receiving gifts in a practice called "aguinaldo", attending midnight mass on Christmas Eve called "La misa de gallo", and sharing a special Christmas dinner with family. While customs vary between countries and cultures, the overall purpose is to commemorate the story and meaning of Jesus's birth.
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Gary Vaynerchuk talks about Content & Social MediaKen Sapp
Great talk and Q&A from Gary Vaynerchuk at National Achiever's Congress 2019 in Singapore... Lots of takeaways but these are powerful: "Eliminate friction between your message and your customer" and "The INTENT of content is the VARIABLE of Success." So does your message create friction? What is the intent of your content? Are you real and adding value or is your content just an "ask" wrapped in content?
Thanksgiving Party Activity - Songs of Thanksgiving - Give ThanksKen Sapp
The document provides lyrics and description for the song "Give Thanks", a well-known song of thanksgiving that expresses gratitude to God for what he has done. It encourages giving thanks through a chorus and verse that are repeated. Additionally, it advertises the Holiday Collection from Creative Holiday Ideas, which contains over 300 pages of ideas and activities to help plan celebrations for various holidays throughout the year.
Thanksgiving Party Activity - Everyday ThanksgivingKen Sapp
The document describes an activity called "Everyday Thanksgiving" where participants reflect on things they are thankful for in their everyday lives. It lists examples of small blessings like being able to hear, see, get out of bed, and have a family and food. While daily routines can seem monotonous, it encourages being grateful for the ability to work and live. The document also advertises a "Holiday Collection" resource with over 300 pages of ideas for celebrating various holidays through games and activities.
Thanksgiving Party Activity - Looking BackKen Sapp
Thanksgiving is an American Holiday where people set aside a day to remember what God has done for them over the past one year and praise Him and give Him thanks for the works He has done in their lives. This game plays on the idea of looking forward yet being able to recognize and picture what is behind. It serves as a metaphor for us, also looking forward to the future, but taking some time to picture and recognize what God has done in the past."
Thanksgiving Party Activity - King David's Psalm of ThanksgivingKen Sapp
The document provides a summary of King David's Psalm of Thanksgiving, including several quotes from 1 Chronicles 29:10-13 praising God for his greatness, power, glory, majesty, splendor, kingdom, and for providing wealth, honor, strength and power to all. It then advertises a Holiday Collection resource with over 300 pages of ideas for celebrations and events for various holidays including New Year's Day, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving and more.
Thanksgiving Party Activity - Give Thanks to the LordKen Sapp
The document provides verses from the Bible about giving thanks to God, along with discussion questions. It encourages giving thanks to God for his goodness, love, righteousness, and wonderful deeds. It suggests expressing thanks through words, song, and other ways, and reminds readers to give God thanks not just for good things but in all things.
Thanksgiving Party Activity - ABC’s of ThanksgivingKen Sapp
The document provides an "ABC's of Thanksgiving" activity that expresses gratitude through poems for each letter of the alphabet. It encourages maintaining an attitude of thankfulness even during hard times by focusing on God's blessings. The activity is intended for a Thanksgiving party and is part of a larger Holiday Collection resource with over 300 pages of ideas for celebrating various holidays.
Although gummy bears were invented by German Candy maker Hans Reigel in 1922, the gummy worm is a relatively recent concept. The Gummy bear wasn’t shipped to America until around 1981 and then an American candy company extended the idea to gummy worms to give kids something fun to eat and to shock their parents. Gummy worms are one of the most popular gummy candies around. Use these games with gummy worms as an object lesson to talk about Jesus’ call to his disciples to become fishers of men.
This document describes a Halloween activity called "Peter Pumpkin" that uses a carved pumpkin to teach children about sin and forgiveness through Jesus. It involves carving a face on the pumpkin and telling a story where pieces of the pumpkin's face are removed to represent sins committed by the character Peter during his day. The pieces are put back in when the children are taught that Jesus forgives sins. A cross is then carved into the pumpkin to represent that with Jesus, the light will not go out.
Halloween Party Activity - Perky the Orange PumpkinKen Sapp
The document describes a children's story about a pumpkin named Perky who wants to change colors but learns he is happiest being his natural orange color. It tells of Perky trying different colors like green, blue, yellow, and red through using his magic, but having issues with each that make him unhappy. Eventually, Perky realizes he is best off staying his original orange color and gets chosen by a family to take home, making him very happy. The story teaches about self-identity and acceptance.
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This document describes a Halloween party activity called "Pass the Brains" which involves passing around a pumpkin filled with cooked spaghetti and candy. Players feel through the "brains" when the music stops to find candy. The document provides materials needed, preparation instructions for filling the pumpkin, and notes the activity can tie into religious lessons about finding treasures or searching for God despite life's difficulties. It also advertises a Holiday Collection book with over 300 pages of holiday event ideas.
This document provides ideas for a Halloween party activity where guests try to guess which famous masked character their name tag identifies by asking yes or no questions of others. It includes lists of superhero and other character masks that could be used. The bulk of the document discusses how people often wear masks to hide their true selves and provides a Bible study on Jesus' parable of the Pharisee and tax collector, encouraging attendees to be honest with God and remove any masks.
Even if you don’t want to be involved with Halloween, you’ll want to grab at least one of those plastic or paper Halloween skeletons for this object lesson / game.
A mother has scarred arms from rescuing her daughter from a nursery fire when she was a baby. Each night, the daughter tells her mother she doesn't love her "ugly arms." The mother finally explains how she got the scars saving the daughter from the fire. That night, the daughter tells her mother she loves her arms the most for protecting her. The document compares the mother's scars to Jesus' scarred arms from rescuing humanity from sin and death.
Halloween Party Activity - Pumpkin Seed TossKen Sapp
This document describes a pumpkin seed toss game that can be used to facilitate discussions about choosing goals and the power of words. Participants try to toss small bean bags into carved pumpkins worth different point values based on the size of the mouth. This activity can then spur discussions about whether people choose easier or more valuable targets, as well as discussions about controlling what comes out of one's mouth and the importance of words.
The document describes an object lesson on prayer using a pumpkin. It involves carving a pumpkin and relating each cut or action to a line of prayer, such as cutting out the top to ask God to open one's mind, removing the innards to remove things that don't please God, and lighting a candle to help show God's light to others. The document also advertises a Holiday Collection resource with over 300 pages of ideas for holiday events and activities.
Halloween Party Activity - Pumpkin PicassoKen Sapp
How well can you draw the Halloween Jack-o-Lantern? Here is a great youth game idea for the Halloween season. You can use it to bring a fresh spiritual meaning to the holiday and allow your youth to apply it to seeking God’s plan and direction for their lives. You could even relate it to a talk about not conforming to the patterns of the world. Be creative and have a great week! And for those completely adverse to anything associated with Halloween, see the alternative variation under the “preparation” section.
Halloween Party Activity - Like a Halloween PumpkinKen Sapp
This document provides instructions for an activity using a pumpkin to share the gospel message at a Halloween party. The presenter will carve a design into a pumpkin without showing it, cover it, and use it in an object lesson comparing becoming a Christian to being cleaned out from sin like seeds and dirt are removed from a pumpkin. They will tell how God wants to shine His light through Christians to help others find Jesus, then light the pumpkin to reveal the carved design and message as they pray.
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The Origins of the Dwayne Johnson Kidnapping Saga
Dwayne Johnson: A Brief Background
Before discussing the specifics of the kidnapping. it is crucial to understand who Dwayne Johnson is and why his kidnapping would be so significant. Born May 2, 1972, Dwayne Douglas Johnson is an American actor, producer, businessman. and former professional wrestler. Known by his ring name, "The Rock," he gained fame in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) before transitioning to a successful career in Hollywood.
Johnson's filmography includes blockbuster hits such as "The Fast and the Furious" series, "Jumanji," "Moana," and "San Andreas." His charismatic personality, impressive physique. and action-star status have made him a beloved figure worldwide. Thus, the news of his kidnapping would send shockwaves across the globe.
Setting the Scene: The Day of the Kidnapping
The incident of Dwayne Johnson's kidnapping began on an ordinary day. Johnson was filming his latest high-octane action film set to break box office records. The location was a remote yet scenic area. chosen for its rugged terrain and breathtaking vistas. perfect for the film's climactic scenes.
But, beneath the veneer of normalcy, a sinister plot was unfolding. Unbeknownst to Johnson and his team, a group of criminals had planned his abduction. hoping to leverage his celebrity status for a hefty ransom. The stage was set for an event that would soon dominate worldwide headlines and social media feeds.
The Abduction: Unfolding the Dwayne Johnson Kidnapping
The Moment of Capture
On the day of the kidnapping, everything seemed to be proceeding as usual on set. Johnson and his co-stars and crew were engrossed in shooting a particularly demanding scene. As the day wore on, the production team took a short break. providing the kidnappers with the perfect opportunity to strike.
The abduction was executed with military precision. A group of masked men, armed and organized, infiltrated the set. They created chaos, taking advantage of the confusion to isolate Johnson. Johnson was outnumbered and caught off guard despite his formidable strength and fighting skills. The kidnappers overpowered him, bundled him into a waiting vehicle. and sped away, leaving everyone on set in a state of shock and disbelief.
The Immediate Aftermath
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pearls, wheat, and mustard
seeds have in common? Jesus
used them all as tangible
symbols or object lessons to
help his disciples to
understand and remember
intangible truths. The Master
Communicator often attached
deeper meanings to common
things and objects.
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Alphabetically listed are 25
items commonly
associated with Advent
and Christmas, one object
lesson per day starting
December 1, to help your
family attach deeper
spiritual insight to
traditional customs and
apply what they have
learned to everyday life.
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Aromas (December 1)
Identify Christmas scents by
smelling small bags containing
apple slice, bayberry
candle, clove, ginger, pepperm
int, or pine cone. Place fresh
evergreens around. Add
spices, (rosemary, laurel, bay,
sage) to wreaths and greens.
Make a pomander ball by
pressing whole cloves into an
unpeeled orange and hanging
it as a symbol for Christmas
fragrances.
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Bells (Dec. 2)
Sing “Jingle Bells” while
each family member
shakes the rhythm with a
bell. Make a set of bell
chimes by filling water
glasses unequally and see
who can tap out a
recognizable melody with
a spoon. Hang bells as the
symbol.
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Candles (Dec. 3)
To reinforce the symbolism of
light use Christmas candles.
Line a driveway or walk with
luminaries (candles set in open
paper lunch bags half filled
with sand) Set votive or
electrical candles in windows.
Make a candle carving by
tracing a design onto a thick
candle and shaving away the
wax with a knife. Eat dinner by
candlelight. Take a few quiet
moments of meditation by
candlelight.
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Decorations (Dec. 4)
Go out to view decorations and
vote on the one which best
communicates the true
meaning of Christmas. Sing
carols about decorations
between stops (“Deck the Halls”
“Jingle Bells”). Begin to hang
your Christmas decorations.
Create personalized paper
placemats with
drawings, stickers, dry
transfers, markers, and paints
and cover them with plastic
wrap or clear shelf adhesive to
preserve them.
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Eating (Dec. 5)
Use a cookie as today’s
symbol. Make some
wassail. Wassail means
“be well” so drink each
cup as a toast to each
other’s health. Make
plates of cookies as gifts
and watch your children
enjoy the true meaning
of Christmas – giving to
others.
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Friends (Dec 6)
Prepare a conversational
activity and snacks for friends
who drop in. You might set up
a table with a jigsaw puzzle
(500-1000 pieces) to try to
complete by Christmas with
the help of friends. It’s
appropriate that Jesus’ first
friendly visitors were
shepherds for he became the
good shepherd. Hang candy
canes, shaped like a
shepherd’s crook.
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Greetings (Dec 7)
Place Christmas cards received in
a basket on the dinner table and
take turns reading one at each
meal. Share happy memories of
the senders and include them in
prayers. Make a “Good News
paper” about Jesus’
birth, including a birthday
announcement, copy of Caesar’s
census decree, interview with
King Herod, a notice about the
free concert by the Herald angels
in pastures near Bethlehem, etc.
The good news of Christmas is
that a Savior has been born.
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Home (Dec. 8)
People without a home or away from
home tend to feel more lonely at
Christmas time. God understands
because his Son was away from home
for the first time on Christmas Eve.
Joseph and Mary spent their first
Christmas in Bethlehem, about 60 miles
from their home in Nazareth (a 3 day
trip). Having no friends or relatives with
whom to stay, and no advance
reservations at an overbooked
hotel, they spent Christmas in a stable.
The first home of Jesus, our Spiritual
Bread of Life, was Bethlehem which
means “house of Bread” Sing “O Little
Town of Bethlehem as your family
prayer.” Symbol: house.
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Individuals (Dec 9)
The ultimate meaning for
Christmas is personal, the
need for each person to
receive God’s gift of
forgiveness and eternal life.
As a symbol use a picture
frame with the child’s
picture. Read “A Christmas
Carol” by Dickens to focus
on the needs of others.
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Jesus (Dec. 10)
Hang a cross to symbolize
Jesus. Have a Birthday
celebration for Jesus with a
star shaped cake. Wrap a toy
and donate to a charity as a
gift to Christ.
Kin (Dec. 11)
Christmas is a time to be
with family. Hang a family
symbol or photo. Talk about
Jesus’ family. Do something
together as a family.
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Love (Dec. 12)
Hang a heart as the
symbol. Make a large red
heart and write on it the
qualities of true love from I
Cor. 13
Music (Dec. 13)
Hang a musical note as a
symbol. Invite friends to join
you in singing carols for shut
ins or seniors. Play
Christmas music around the
house.
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Nativity (Dec. 14)
Set out a nativity scene.
Add pieces daily
explaining their
relationship to the manger
story. Leave the manger
empty with a box of straw.
When children do good
deeds let them place a
piece of straw in the
manger with the goal of
having it filled for
Christmas when you place
Jesus in it.
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Ornaments (Dec. 15)
Help children make
personal ornaments.
Make or purchase one
cross ornament as a
reminder that Jesus’
cradle was the prelude
to the cross.
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Present (Dec. 16)
To focus on giving gifts or
presents: help someone
less fortunate through
donations. Help each
person choose and wrap a
symbol of an intangible
gift for Jesus (i.e. a
heart for love, a clock for
time, etc.)
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Questions (Dec. 17)
Hang a question mark on
the tree. Have a quiz on
Christmas facts, a spelling
bee on Christmas
words, etc. The Wisemen
asked a question in Matt
2:2 seeking Jesus to
worship him.
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Red (Dec. 18)
How many red Christmas
items can you name?
Hang one as a symbol. Red
symbolizes the blood of
Christ, as well as, red holly
berries and poinsettia
leaves which are vivid
reminders of life in a
lifeless winter.
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Tree (Dec. 20)
Establish some family
traditions based around
the Christmas Tree.
Explain how three trees
explain the Christmas
story – Adam lost access
to the tree of life by eating
from the forbidden tree
but Jesus reopened the
way to the tree of life by
his sacrifice on the cross
(itself a tree).
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Unwrapping (Dec. 21)
Use an open box to
symbolize the
unwrapping of gifts.
Vacation (Dec. 22)
Create a vacation
calendar and on it
creatively plan and build
anticipation as to how
holidays can be spent.
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Wreath (Dec. 23)
See who can count the most
circular Christmas items
around the house. A wreath
is like Jesus in that it never
ends.
Xmas (Dec. 24)
Christmas literally means
“celebration of Christ” The X
represents the first letter of
Christ in the Greek alphabet.
Hang a Chi-Rho cross as a
symbol, the first two letters
of Christ.
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Yule (Dec. 25)
Yule is another name for the Christmas
Season. You might use a Yule log as a
symbol. On Christmas morning ask
children to stay in bed until they hear
Christmas music playing. No Christmas
presents are to be opened until
everyone is present. Share a worship
time before opening gifts. Do at least
one fun activity as a family. Make
Christmas dinner special with a
centerpiece and lighted candles.. Make
Christmas place cards with Scriptures to
be read. See which family members can
share the significance of the 25
ornamental symbols hung this month.
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