OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaChristmas is a special holiday that happens on December 25th every year. It began as a Christian holiday to celebrate the birth of Jesus, and today people of many different backgrounds enjoy it in their own special ways.
Many families celebrate by putting up a tall green tree and decorating it with shiny ornaments and bright lights. People often put a star or an angel on the very top! Families gather to eat yummy food and give gifts to their friends and family. Some people hang stockings by the fireplace and bake sweet cookies to share.
- It is a wonderful time to be with the people you love and spread cheer to everyone!
- Christmas trees have been a tradition for over 500 years.
- People send billions of Christmas cards every year around the world.
