hristmas raditions

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hristmas raditions
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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.

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Some people celebrate Christmas bydecorating a
pine tree with bulbs,lights, and other ornaments.
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Other people like to send Christmas cards to
friends and family.
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Many people hang stockings to be filled with
gifts and candy.
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Exchanging presents is an exciting part of
Christmas for most families.
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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.
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Nativity scenes are set out as a decoration for
some families to celebrate the birth of Jesus.
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Red poinsettias add a touch of color to some
homes during the holidays.
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Music fills the air for many families when
Christmas carols are sung.
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Holiday baking is a favorite activity in some
households at Christmas.
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Gingerbread houses are fun to make for some
families.
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For many children, visiting Santa at the mall is
important.
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Attending church services is also an important
tradition for families.
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Sitting down to a meal with all the trimmings is
a tradition families enjoy.
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Traveling to another city or state to spend
Christmas with family is something many families
do each season.
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Finally, some families just enjoy spending time
together during the holidays.
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