Introduction

When we think of Christmas in America we may visualize decorated trees, brightly wrapped presents and stockings hanging on the mantle. What many don't realize is that this picture of Christmas is very different to people from other countries. Get ready to explore what Christmas is like in other places around the globe.

Questions

1. What is Christmas called in France?
   What do people in Brazil call Santa?
   
   
2. In what country did the idea of having a decorated tree come from?
   In what country did the legend of the Pinsettia originate?
   Who were the first to speak of a Santa type figure?
   
   
3. Who introduced Christmas to the people in Japan?
   What is the main Christmas celebration in Mexico called?
   
   
4. Find a Christmas tongue twister to share with the class. Make sure to copy it down.
   
   
5. What Christmas greeting is said in Mexico?
   What Christmas greeting is said in Namibia?
   
   
   
6. What is the temperature in degrees Farenheit in Australia during their Christmas holiday?
   
   

The Internet Resources

• Christmas around the World
• Merry Christmas
• Christmas around the World
• Education World
• christmas.com
• How Christmas is Celebrated around the World

The Big Question

What do you think the true meaning of Christmas is?