Classic Christmas Songs | December Around the World | Christmas Characters | Where in the World? | Holiday Traditions |
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What is White Christmas
Where the treetops glisten
And children listen To hear sleigh bells in the snow |
What is Christmas
In the Christian faith, this holiday is the historical celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
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Who is The Little Drummer Boy
He is a famous character from a Christmas song composed by Katherine Davis that was originally known as "Carol of the Drum."
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What is Mexico
Poinsettias, which bloom in winter, are indigenous to this country
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What is the Christmas Tree
Dates back to Germany in the Middle Ages, with German and other European settlers popularizing it in America by the early 19th century.
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What is Jingle Bells
A day or two ago
I thought I'd take a ride And soon, Miss Fanny Bright Was seated by my side |
What is Hanukkah, or Chanukah
This Holiday is an eight-day Jewish celebration that commemorates the re-dedication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem following the Maccabean Revolt.
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Who is Frosty the Snowman
He brought joy to the local children and played with them. When the sun came up, he had to go, but he told the children not to be sad and that he would come back again.
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What is America
If there’s a pickle among your snowman, angel and reindeer ornaments, you’re likely taking part in the this countries tradition of hiding the green ornament on the tree
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What is The Rockettes
Since 1925, this iconic dance troupe has been kicking up its heels, becoming and official group in 1934.
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What is We Wish You a Merry Christmas
Good tidings to you wherever you are
Good tidings for Christmas and a Happy New Year |
What is Kwanzaa
This holiday was created by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966 after the Watts riots in Los Angeles. He founded US, a cultural organization, and started to research African “first fruit” (harvest) celebrations.
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Who is Ebenezer Scrooge
He was a greedy man; he hated the poor, and the people were scared of him because of his attitude.
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What is Germany
Advent, which means "to come," is the period beginning four Sundays before Christmas.
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What is A Charlie Brown Christmas
This beloved TV special was first rejected by CBS executives. When it finally aired on December 9, 1965, almost half of all U.S. TV sets were tuned to the broadcast, and the show went on to win an Emmy
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What is Away in the Manger
The cattle are lowing
The poor Baby wakes But little Lord Jesus No crying He makes |
What is Boxing Day
Only celebrated in a few countries, the holiday originated in the United Kingdom during the Middle Ages, when collection boxes were opened and their content distributed
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Who is Jack Skellington
While some people might associate him with Halloween, the fact is he is also a Christmas icon. After all, the holiday is in the title of the movie itself and he spends the majority of the movie learning about the holiday as he becomes 'Sandy Claws.'
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What is Canada
Ugly Christmas Sweaters, a silly, ironic tradition that really gained steam in the 1980s.
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What is Elf on a Shelf
Love it or loathe it, since 2005, moms and dads have either joyously or begrudgingly been hiding it each night from Thanksgiving to Christmas.
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What is The First Noel
They looked up and saw a star
Shining in the East beyond them far, And to the earth it gave great light, And so it continued both day and night |
What is Ōmisoka
This holiday, New Year’s Eve, is considered the second-most important day in Japanese tradition as it is the final day of the old year and the eve of New Year’s Day, the most important day of the year.
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Who is The Grinch
He is someone who shouldn't be likable due to how grumpy and vile he is but his journey to growing his heart and caring about people and the holiday itself is an incredible one.
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What is Columbia
On the night of December 7, this country honors Mary and the Feast of the Immaculate Conception with an enchanting celebration of light that marks the start of the holiday season.
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What is Yule Log
Part of ancient winter solstice celebrations, but it was Americans who turned it into must-see TV.
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