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The Best of the Best Holiday Q&As! |
Round-Ups
Here’s a question: How many holiday-related questions can you think of? From Christmas and Santa, to Hanukkah and dreidels, to Kwanzaa, to New Year’s… and more! Here’s a selection of our favorite Holiday Q&As:
Christmas
There are endless traditions related Christmas. Read about the origins of stockings, presents, Christmas lights, Christmas trees, and even gingerbread houses! And if you’re wondering about old Saint Nick, we have answers for your Santa questions, too! How does he know what you’ve wished for? What does he do if you don’t have a chimney or if you’ve just moved? Where do the elves come from, and how do those reindeer fly??
Hanukkah
The Jewish Festival of Lights is full of miracles and special moments! Read about the origins of Hanukkah and the meaning of its name. Also check out the story behind playing dreidel, Hanukkah gelt, and how the Menorah works!
Kwanzaa
Commemorating African heritage, read all about Kwanzaa and the Seven Principles represented on this holiday, and about how to light a Kinara! Then, take a minute to learn about even more winter holidays celebrated around the world!
Happy Learning, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year!