PBS
What Do Santa and Wrestling Have In Common?
People love Santa. Christmas is the largest holiday in western culture, and Santa Claus is the centerpiece of that holiday (sorry baby Jesus). But even though our understanding of Santa changes as we mature, we still maintain and...
PBS
Krampus: Origins of the Yuletide Monster
You better watch out, you better not cry, and you certainly must behave—or else face the brutal beating of the Krampus. Why does this demonic, horned Yuletide monster exist? This episode looks at the historical origins of Krampus in the...
Learn German with Herr Antrim
The Night of Saint Nicholas: A Krampus Story - Deutsch lernen
I decided to write a story about Krampus. Tis the season and all
Learn German with Herr Antrim
What the Krampus? What's a Krampus? - Deutsch lernen
For those of you who are wondering what Krampus is and where he has an influence, you can watch this video.
One Minute History
035 Santa Claus - One Minute History
Greek bishop Nikolaos of Myra becomes known for his secret gift-giving. By the middle ages, Nikolaos is the patron saint of children; and on St. Nicholas Day, they receive gifts in his honor. During the Reformation, the church stops...
Mr Henry's Music World
History of Santa Claus for Kids!
Watch the animated video discussing a short history of Santa Claus for Kids!
PBS
Why Does Santa Wear Red?
It's the holiday season and we all know that means seeing old St. Nick in his big red suit. But have you ever stopped to wonder why he doesn't wear any other color? Because he used to be seen wearing blue suits, purple suits, yellow...
Step Back History
How Christian is Christmas?
Ah, the holiday season. It is now no longer complete without at least a few news commentators or family members expressing their dismay about just how secular it has all become. They speak of putting the Christ back in christmas. And it...
Curated Video
Jolly Old Saint Nicholas | Holidays Song | Lingokids
Jolly Old Saint Nicholas | Holidays Song | Lingokids
The Kiboomers
Old Saint Nicholas Had a Tree | Christmas Song for Kids | The Kiboomers | Christmas Music
Old Saint Nicholas Had a Tree song with lyrics | Christmas song for kids with lyrics Old St. Nicholas had a tree, Ho, ho, ho, ho, ho! And on this tree he had some lights, Ho, ho, ho, ho, ho! With a twinkle, twinkle here, And a twinkle,...
IT'S HISTORY
SANTA CLAUS - Bishop of Mira I IT'S HISTORY
The figure of Saint Nicholas - but not the one we know from Christmas decorations. Nicholas of Bari is a saint of both a Catholic and an Orthodox church. He was born not in Lapland, but in the territory of today's Turkey.
One Minute History
The Story of Santa Claus - (Spoiler Alert) One Minute History
The history and origins of Santa Claus
Curated Video
Christmas in the 18th Century part 3: Santa Claus and Other Traditions of the Georgian Christmas
In this video, we take a look at the evolution of Santa Claus and other traditions that emerged during the Georgian period. We explore how Santa Claus became a more prominent figure in the festive season, and how he began to merge with...
Curated Video
Christmas Stockings and the Legend of Santa Claus
Victorian Christmas part 7 A story of St. Nicholas tossing balls of gold into stockings combined with details from Clemenct C. Moore's "A Visit from St. Nicholas" (or The Night Before Christmas) to establish the tradition of Santa Claus...
Curious Little Labs
Santa’s Bunny Elves
How the kids helped their friends save Christmas and get Santa back on schedule
Curated Video
The Origins and Traditions of Christmas
For many people around the world, December 25th means Christmas, a time to gather with family and friends. For Christians, this date commemorates the birth of Christ. What are the cultural and religious origins of Christmas customs like...
Wonderscape
Holiday Kids: All About Christmas
This video is a lesson discussing the history, customs, and traditions of the Christmas holiday. The teacher explains the origins of Christmas, including the celebration of Jesus Christ's birth and the choice of December 25th as the...
Curated Video
Turkey, Demre Saint Nicholas Church
St. Nicholas Church is a museum and an ancient Byzantine Greek Church located in modern-day town of Demre, Antalya Province, Turkey. Its usage is dated from its 6th century construction until its final abandonment in 1923, when the...
Curated Video
Turkey, Lycia - Ancient city of Myra
Myra was a leading city of the Lycian Union and surpassed Xanthos in early Byzantine times to become the capital city of Lycia.
Curated Video
Karen Pence shows off VP residence decorations
Christmas at Vice President Mike Pence's official residence literally jumps out of the pages of "Twas the Night Before Christmas."