Today, Christmas is probably the best-known Christian festival. How did our Christmas traditions begin? Read through this timeline to find out a bit more about the subject…
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Why is Christmas important to Christians?
You may have seen a nativity play or even been in one yourself, but have you ever had questions about the story? Wondered why Christians celebrate it?
You can find answers to these questions by making your way through this timeline.
Images courtesy of Lumo Project Films – www.lumoproject.com – and freebibleimages.org.
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Christmas: Who’s who in the Christmas story?
Christmas is probably the best known of all Christian festivals, but do you know who is who in the Christian story?
Click on each character in the nativity scene to find out who they are.
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Christmas: Why do we have a tree at Christmas?
At Christmas time we can see decorated trees everywhere; in houses, schools, shops and even in town squares. But why do we have the trees and why do we decorate them?
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Christmas: How do Christians Celebrate Jesus’ Birth?
Christmas is a busy time of year for everyone. It is a very special time for all Christians, as it is a celebration of Jesus being born.
What do Christians do to celebrate Jesus’ birth?
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Christmas: Pairs Game
Christmas is the most celebrated of all the Christian festivals but what is the real story behind the celebrations?
As you play this fun game, you can find out more about Mary, Joseph, the wise men, the shepherds, and Jesus – the reason for the celebrations.
To find out even more about why Christians celebrate click here to watch a nativity film.
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Christmas: Drag and Drop Game
For many people Christmas is a time for presents, food and parties but that isn’t all Christmas is about. For Christians the most important part of Christmas is celebrating Jesus’ birthday. In this fun game you can learn the Christmas story or use the game to see how well you know the story. Have fun! Click here to watch a short film about the true meaning of Christmas.
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Christmas in the Bible Learning Activity
Download this lesson plan for some ideas to help your students explore the Christmas story:
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Christmas: A Traidcraft Advent
Traidcraft has produced their very own advent calendar, themed around the issues they care about. If you are teaching on the theme of advent, do consider using this in a classroom activity to promote caring for others across the world.
For each day of Advent, it shows how we can pray for the world and help the people in some of the poorest countries in some practical ways.
Download to display an advent calendar with a difference!
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Christmas: Create an Advent Calendar
Download these sheets to make an Advent Calendar with your students.
