Christmas is coming traditions from around the world

Why do we decorate Christmas trees? Do all children receive gifts on the same day? Come find out as Monika Utnik-Strugala captures the smells, tastes, and unforgettable traditions about the most popular, exciting, contemplative, and unique Christmas customs and legends from around the world. Find ou...

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Main Author: Utnik-Strugała, Monika, 1981- (Author)
Other Authors: Poklewska-Koziełło, Ewa (Illustrator), Lloyd-Jones, Antonia (Translator)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Polish
Published: New York : North-South Books, 2021.
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Table of Contents:
  • A symbolic date
  • The countdown begins
  • The giant from Sweden
  • On Saint Nicholas's Day
  • Grittibaenz--the man who gets baked
  • Dancing in church
  • The festival of lights
  • At the Christmas fair
  • From sprig to tree
  • Glossy glass wonders
  • Tomtar, Tio, and the boats
  • A miniature stable
  • Who's going to be a millionaire?
  • Christmas plants
  • May we stay the night here?
  • Silent night
  • A mysterious light
  • How to be sure of good luck
  • An extra place for an unexpected guest
  • Straight from the meadow
  • Let's share
  • The festive dozen
  • Some mouth-watering treats
  • et us sing for the Christ Child!
  • Say something!
  • What does Santa Claus look like?
  • Who delivers the presents?
  • A visit to Santa
  • A fast-food supper
  • What do we do at Christmas?
  • April Fool's Day in December
  • The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
  • The ghost of Christmas
  • At midnight
  • New Year double celebration
  • For good luck
  • The adoration of the kings
  • Delicious coal
  • A delayed holiday.