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Saturday 12 December 2020

 What is Christmas?


Christmas is a holiday that is celebrated on the 25th of December. It is based on the day when baby Jesus was born. Children receive presents from friends and family, and if they're lucky, Santa will leave a gift. For some people, It is a tradition to put up a Christmas Tree and decorate it with sparkling tinsel, shiny baubles and shimmering lights. Normally, a huge star would be placed on the top of the tree to represent the star that led the Shepherds to the Stable where baby Jesus was born. People would put up decorations inside and outside of their houses. On Christmas Day, A Lot of families have a Christmas dinner. 


What is eaten at Christmas Dinner?

 In a Christmas dinner, there is normally Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Carrots, Turnips and Parsnips. Then, for dessert, you would have Christmas Pudding, Pumpkin Pie, Apple Pie, 

Raisin Pudding and Fruitcake.



What can we do for Christmas this year?


This year, Christmas is going to be a bit different then usual. This year, only up to 3 households can meet up together for 5 days. Some things you can do with your family is watch a Christmas Movie. Here are some great movies: Home alone, The Grinch, Christmas Chronicles. Also, you can have a Zoom call with your family and play some christmas games!!


I hope you enjoyed reading this! Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!


                                                                            Lilia, Year 6