December Holidays Scavenger Hunt                                                                       SS-E-2.1.1 Develops an understanding and appreciation for different cultural characteristics (for example food, folktales, art, literature, dress, and customs). Suggested link: cultures in your community, school.

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What is celebrated by Christians at Christmas time?

 

How has Santa changed over time? 

 

 

How was the first recorded Christmas tree decorated?

 

Looking over the timeline of the Christmas tree, which event caused the biggest change?

 

 

 

 

Where did the tradition of the Christmas stocking get started?

 

 

What does a bad child receive in the stocking?

How do the Najavo say “Merry Christmas?”

When is Christmas celebrated?

When is Hanukkah celebrated (in 2007)?

When is Kwanzaa celebrated?

Who celebrates Christmas?

Who celebrates Hanukah?

Who celebrates Kwanzaa?

Name a symbol of Christmas.

Name a symbol of Hanukkah.

Name a symbol of Kwanzaa.

What does Christmas celebrate?

What does Hanukkah celebrate?

What does Kwanzaa celebrate?