hristmas raditions

How does your familycelebrate Christmas?

Christmas is a holiday that is enjoyed all around the world.

People celebrate Christmas with traditions, old and new, that make the season special.

As you view these slides, think about your family and if they practice the traditions that are presented.

Some people celebrate Christmas by

decorating a pine tree with bulbs,

lights, and other ornaments.

Other people like to send Christmas cards to friends

and family.

Many people hang stockings to be filled with

gifts and candy.

Exchanging presents is an exciting part of Christmas

for most families.

In some homes,

mistletoe is hung in

doorways and people who walk

under it with another

person are supposed to

give one another a

friendly kiss.

Nativity scenes are set out as a decoration for some families to celebrate the

birth of Jesus.

Red poinsettias add a touch of color to some

homes during the holidays.

Music fills the air for many families when Christmas

carols are sung.

Holiday baking is a favorite activity in some households at Christmas.

Gingerbread houses are fun to make for some

families.

For many children, visiting Santa at the mall is

important.

Attending church services is also an important tradition for families.

Sitting down to a meal with all the trimmings is a tradition families enjoy.

Traveling to another city or state to

spend Christmas

with family is something

many families do each season.

Finally, some families just enjoy spending time together during the

holidays.

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