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Christmas Customs and Traditions
An enormous number of customs and traditions surround Christmas,
and we explore many of them here, from an
old fashioned Christmas,
and
Christmas movie classics, to Christmas
classroom activities for teachers (and Mom's could pick up a few ideas
from this one too).
Christmas Carols
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National Customs
An enormous number of customs surround Christmas, and vary from country to
country. In most Western countries, Christmas celebrations have both
religious and secular aspects. Since Christmas has become associated
with the Northern Hemisphere winter, motifs of this season are prominent in
Christmas decorations and in the Santa Claus myth. Many aspects, such
as the Christmas tree, the Yule Log, and the
giving of presents, were taken
from the earlier pagan holiday of Yule and the traditional celebrations of
the Winter solstice.
Christmas Traditions around the World
Christmas traditions around the world are as colorful and have as much
tradition as we do in America. In India, they celebrate Christmas in much the
same way as we do. It's an official holiday, people attend church, and Hindu
children that go to missionary school participate in the festivities. The
educational system takes a holiday beginning right before Christmas and goes
through the first few days of the New Year.
CHRISTMAS CUSTOMS
We're all accustomed to it by now. Carols played on the airwaves. Shopping
malls filled to the rafters with eager patrons scouring the racks for nice
bargains and wondrous finds. Students taking a break from the rigors of
school. And the colors of green, red and gold dominate our surroundings.
Indeed, Christmas is the most distinctive of seasons, with all that it means
and with how it is celebrated. In the West, we have come to know Christmas as
the season of giving
3 Ways to an Old Fashioned Christmas
Having an old fashioned Christmas is an excellent way to celebrate the
holidays. From bringing back favorite Christmas memories to creating new
memories for the younger generation, an old-fashioned Christmas is a
Christmas to be remembered and enjoyed by all. 1. Decorating Of course, the
first step to having an old fashioned Christmas is the decorating.
Decorations set the mood for an old fashion Christmas and get all involved in
the decorating into the Christmas spirit.
Christmas in the Media
Radio and TV stations popularise Christmas by broadcasting Christmas
carols and Christmas songs. Many TV shows celebrate the holiday with a
"Christmas Special" episode. In addition to popular music,
classical music like the Hallelujah chorus from Handel's The Messiah
may also be played.
10 Christmas Movies that will be Sure to get you in the Spirit
Movies are one of the best tools to get you in the Spirit of Christmas.
Whether you prefer old movies or the ones most recently released, all can put
you in the right frame of mind to enjoy Christmas. Watch them with your
children; get them involved in searching for Christmas movies on TV. Look in
your favorite movie rental business. Even check the pawnshops for used
movies. Some movies just mean Christmas is here.
Christmas Carols
Radio and TV stations popularise Christmas by broadcasting Christmas
carols and Christmas songs. Many TV shows celebrate the holiday with a
"Christmas Special" episode. In addition to popular music,
classical music like the Hallelujah chorus from Handel's The Messiah
may also be played.
Christmas Songs
A Christmas song is a song which is normally sung during
the Christmas period, and usually has some Christmas or winter related theme.
If the song is traditional, or specifically has a religious content, then it
is often called a Christmas carol, though some might also be called Christmas
hymns.
Christmas Caroling: Singing in the Snow
Everyone can enjoy the sweet sound of children of all ages singing their
little hearts out to a lone guitar-no matter how out of tune they might be.
They don't have to be children either, adults can have some mighty fine
voices too. Carolers never quite have that same heartfelt warmth about them
like on television, so don't allow that to put you off your game. Usually
once you get going, you don't want to stop right up until the hot chocolate
is brought out.
Christmas Stories
The yearly holiday of Christmas has
inspired many writers and producers to create fictional Christmas
stories that try to capture the "spirit" of Christmas in
the form of a modern-day fairy
tale. Over the years, a large number of fictional Christmas stories have
been written, usually involving heart-touching tales that involve a Christmas
miracle.
Christmas Stories and Activities for the Teacher
You can always tell Christmas is just around the corner when you go to your
favorite store and see reindeer-oriented decorations hung up right beside the
Halloween ones-in September. As educators around the globe, it's our
responsibility to push open the wonders of the world to our students,
especially when the holidays come around. Students in younger grades
constantly get distracted and we're the ones that get to scrounge around for
fun activities to amuse them with.
The Social Impact of Christmas
Christmas is typically the largest annual economic stimulus for the
economies of celebrating Christian nations. Sales increase dramatically in
almost all retail areas, as people purchase gifts, decorations, and supplies
for parties and for visiting guests.
Not So White Christmas: Getting in the Holiday Spirit when there is No Snow
You're in bed, dreaming of a white Christmas. All your life you've only
enjoyed pleasant memories of your Christmases being white and fun, with
sleigh rides down the ravine and hot chocolate around the bonfire after a few
hours of skating on the lake. Snow balls flying across the snow covered
field, your friends on the receiving end. The glistening snow reflecting rays
of light on its refreshing surface, painting such a radiating image in your
mind, you find yourself consumed in the imagery
Being the Happy Host: Tips to Make the Day Run Smoothly
You're at a friend's house, casually having your drink at hand, discussing
topics of interest with friendly men and women. After a few laughs, and
exchanges of personal experiences, you noticed that all of a sudden the mood
changes and now all eyes are on you. For reasons clearly not picked up by
you, you find yourself in the middle of agreeing to host a party with an
innumerable number of guests.
Christmas in New York: Tips for Enjoying the Season
New York can be a beautiful place around the holidays, and if you're thinking
of visiting family or friends there, there are plenty of sites to see, and
things to do. The state may be known for it's businesses and crowded
sidewalks, but everyone, everywhere, can get into the spirit of the
season-even the entrepreneurs. The Rockefeller Center (situated in New York
City) is known for its annual Christmas tree.
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