How Christmas Works
You've budgeted, scouted shopping malls and wrapped the last present, taking care to top it with just the right festive bow. But what do presents, three wise men and Jesus have to do with each other anyway?
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How Santa Claus Works
File: Claus, Santa. Residence: the North Pole. Known aliases: Sinterklaas, St. Nick, Father Time and Sandy Claws. No matter what you call him, Santa Claus is one formidable being. Learn what makes the man in red tick.
How Mistletoe Works
You may have smooched your sweetie under mistletoe during the holidays. But did you know that the word "mistletoe" comes from two Anglo-Saxon words meaning "dung" and "twig"? Learn how and why this romantic tradition came to be.
Why is there a controversy surrounding the word 'Xmas'?
There's no doubt that commercialism runs rampant during Christmas. So is the word "Xmas" just another casualty of the modern advertising age? Or does the X in Xmas have its roots in Christianity after all?
How Christmas Works
How Santa Claus Works
How Mistletoe Works
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In the Christmas Channel, you'll learn all about Christmas traditions, build your gift list and pick up free recipes. Or find decorating ideas and printable sheet music to celebrate the spirit of Christmas.
Christmas Games
Gather the family and get into the holiday spirit with fun Christmas games that you can play online or print out to share. Find Santa, Frosty, Rudolph and their friends in these simple yet challenging Christmas games. See more »
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Christmas Stories
The Nutcracker, A Christmas Carol, and The Gift of the Magi are just a few popular Christmas stories that are read every year -- but where did the stories come from? We’ve assembled some of the most popular Christmas stories for you and have added a little background, so you can learn all about them, then enjoy reading and sharing them with your loved ones. See more »
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Christmas Stuff
Ever wonder where Christmas traditions come from or how Santa manages his load of toys every year? Start getting into the Christmas spirit with articles on all kinds of Christmas stuff ... from past to present, from all over the world. See more »
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Decorations
Christmas decorations, such as garlands and wreaths, set the mood for Christmas, and get everyone in the holiday spirit. The decorating part is easy with the right know-how -- and making dazzling decorations isn’t all that difficult. We’ll show you how to make your own decorations, and how to deck your halls with cheer. See more »
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How to Make Christmas Ornaments
Everyone loves pulling out the Christmas ornaments each year and reminiscing about who gave you this one or that one. Make this tradition even more special by making some handmade ornaments. Learn more.
Christmas Tree Stories
These four Christmas tree stories provide insights into the origin and history of the Christmas tree, as well as into the vital spirit that infuses every beloved evergreen. Read them.
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