Bright red poinsettias decorate homes and churches. Families gather together and sing songs during musical shows called posadas. Children set out their shoes to be filled with presents. These are the sights and sounds of Christmas in Mexico. Come and explore the many Mexican traditions that bring people of this country together at Christmas.
Have you ever wondered how American Indians lived long ago? Take a fascinating journey back in time to look at traditional Indian homes. Learn how the Indians built and used various types of dwellings, including igloos, tepees, longhouses, and more. Maps, fact boxes, and callout definitions enhance the main text. Meets Social Studies Standards.
Star-shaped decorations called parols decorate walls. People gather for a feast called Noche Buena. Singing groups called cumbancheros fill the streets. These are the sights and sounds of Christmas in the Philippines. Come and explore the many Philippine traditions that bring people of this country together at Christmas.
Ornaments and lights decorate Christmas trees. Children open gifts on Christmas Day. They go to Christmas plays and musical shows called pastorales. These are the sights and sounds of Christmas in France. Come and explore the many French traditions that bring people of this country together at Christmas.
Tinsel, candles and baked decorations called Lebkuchen hang from Christmas trees. Carol singers walk from house to house singing Christmas songs, and bands play in town squares. These are the sights and sounds of Christmas in Germany. Come and explore the many German traditions that bring people of this country together at Christmas.