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The First Christmas Card Produced in England
At this site learn about how the first Christmas card came about and how the tradition spread across the world.
Topmarks Online
Topmarks: Christmas
Discover the festive facts and the background to Christmas and its traditions.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Christmas Around the World
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart discusses the various Christmas traditions in different countries. Students use the magic wand to discover what is hidden in the packages and what country the items represent.
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Explore Hispanic Culture: Hispanic Traditions
Students will explore the definition of "tradition" in Spanish culture. Pinatas, quince anos, mananitas, Dia de los Muertos, and Hispanic Christmas traditions are included.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: German Christmas Traditions
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart provides an overview of the Christmas tree tradition in Germany for fun explorations using the Activboard.
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Inside mexico.com: Christmas in Mexico
Find out how Christmas is celebrated in Mexico. Try simple Christmas recipes and read about traditional songs.
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Christmas Customs
Brief outlines of customs and food traditionally found at Christmas in the U.S., U.K., the Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Austria, Denmark and France, as well as others. Common legends, games, and history of the holidays give ample...
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Your Irish: Traditions and Customs in Ireland
A short description of some Irish traditions and customs in Ireland.
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"Christmas in the Middle Ages"
Explanation of the origins of many of the Christmas traditions that are present today having come from the Middle Ages.
Mayaco
Mayaco: Holiday Traditions: Mexico: Feliz Navidad
The story of a Christmas tradition in Mexico, "Feliz Navidad". Recipes are also provided for some traditional Mexican holiday treats.
A&E Television
History.com: Saturnalia
Saturnalia, held in mid-December, is an ancient Roman pagan festival honoring the agricultural god Saturn. Saturnalia celebrations are the source of many of the traditions we now associate with Christmas.
British Council
British Council: Learn English Kids: Christmas Day
Learn all about the Christmas holiday and its many traditions in this interactive slideshow.
Curated OER
Scottish Christmas Traditions
Authors wanted to offer a unique site that provides information on all Christmas traditions like baking, crafts, decorations, food, gifts, parties, and the history of Christmas. You can also find information on Christmas in other...
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Christmas Around the World: Christmas in China
A brief description of Chinese Christmas celebrations, as well as the celebration of the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival.
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Le Diner De Noel
The Christmas Feast in Canada is rooted in traditions. This resource offers more information about this dinner, as well as interesting links to desserts, meats and drinks that are traditionally served at this time of year.
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Sprachcaffe: Traditions in France
A listing of common customs and traditions practiced by the people of France. Included are a brief look at Noel Christmas, Paques or Easter, Bastille Day, Flying Bells, and more.
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Why Christmas: Hanukkah: The Jewish Festival of Lights
Learn all about the history and traditions of the Jewish Festival of Lights known as Hanukkah.
NWT Literacy Council
Nwt Literacy Council: How to Kit: Literacy Activities for Holidays [Pdf]
'Literacy Activities for Holidays' is an extensive collection (150 pages) of activities for celebrating the traditional holidays of Valentines Day, Halloween, Easter, Christmas and Thanksgiving. Birthdays are also included.
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Christmas in Russia
Russia's Christmas is celebrated on January 7th as part of the Festival of Winter. Gifts are given by Babushka and Grandfather Christmas.
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The Three Kings
In Spanish. Use this site to learn the history behind the Three Kings during Spanish Christmas. In this country, Santa Claus isn't the main attraction on Christmas.
Mayaco
Mayaco: Holiday Traditions
Good, thorough description of Christmas in a number of countries, including Spain and Mexico. Even includes a few holiday recipes.
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Santa's Net: Christmas in Germany
A description of Christmas traditions celebrated in Germany.
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