２．During the weeks before Christmas Day, we send cards, watch nativity plays and go to carol services. We also decorate our homes and churches with green leaves, paper decorations and colorful electric lights. copyright of project Britain.


4. The Nativity Play recreates the scene of Jesus’ birth in the stable and tells of how Mary and Joseph were visited by the Shepherds and Wise Men. The parts of Mary, Joseph, the Shepherds and the Wise Men are played by the children. In our school, the Year 3 children perform a Nativity to the whole school and to proud parents.


5. The word carol comes from the ancient Greek choros, which means "dancing in a circle," and from the Old French word carole, meaning "a song to accompany dancing." .


what's is the Carol service?
Probably the most famous carol service is 'The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols' held in King's College Chapel, Cambridge. It takes place on Christmas Eve and always begins with the carol, 'Once in Royal David's City' sung by a solo chorister.

Who is Father Christmas?
Father Christmas is our version of Santa Claus. He is an old jolly man with white hair, a beard and a moustache. He is dressed in a red* suit outlined in white. Father Christmas and his elves make all the toys for Christmas in his home in the North Pole.

Christmas diner
It‘s good smells!!　







Why do we give presents?
The tradition of giving gifts is thought to be related to the gifts that the wise men (the Magi) brought to Jesus.

What’s the favorite’s toy in Britain at the Christmas?
New version of the babies' doll which moves its eyes when a dummy is put into its mouth in addition to simulating wee and poo.

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