Christmas Activities and Traditions

A Charlie Brown Christmas – The Vince Guaraldi Trio Visions of Peanuts characters will dance in your head as soon as you hear the first few jazzy notes of this must-have Christmas album. The album is a soundtrack to the 1965 Charlie Brown Chri...

With holiday parties and cookie swaps looming in the forecast, it's time to make sure your arsenal of cookie recipes is complete and up-to-date. Check out our staff's favorite cookie recipes to fill any holes in your baking line-up. Ginger Snaps...

Looking to start some simple yet heartwarming Christmas traditions with your children? These kid-friendly indoor and outdoor activities for all ages will help your family bond over the holidays — without breaking the bank. Also, print our Chris...

Looking for adorable Christmas stockings for all your little elves? Take a peek at these fun stocking options for boys and girls of all ages and interests! Not sure what to put in them this year? Here are our top stocking stuffer ideas under $10....

1. Behold the Power of Facetime/Skype Let’s face it: Sometimes a big trip during the bustling holiday season just isn’t feasible with little ones. If a plane or car ride isn't an option, technology is the next best thing. Set up a time to Sk...

Print this fun Christmas game to play with your ! Hang the picture of the tree (page 1) on the wall, and cut out the stars (page 2) for players to pin on the tree, like the classic game of Pin the Tail on the Donkey. ...

Preschoolers Even your littlest ones can get involved with their community with your help. When you teach your preschoolers the importance of helping others, you're getting them started on the road to kind habits that will last a lifetime. Here ...

Print off this wish list so kids can write to Santa Claus and tell him what they really want for Christmas this year. ...

Test your knowledge of Christmas customs from around the world. ...

What would Christmas time be without fun, silly, sometimes even embarrassing family traditions? The FamilyEducation staff would like to share some favorite family traditions that have brought fond memories and joy to us over the years. ...

Learn the history and lyrics for the Christmas song Twelve Days of Christmas. ...

Learn the history and lyrics for the Christmas song Winter Wonderland. ...

This festive Christmas Carol Collection is an exclusive giveaway that is ready to print and use for FREE -- our gift to you! Here you'll find a collection of lyrics to the season's most popular holiday songs and Christmas carols. Print ...

Learn the history and lyrics for the Christmas song We Three Kings. ...

Seasonal Fun FactsExpand your holiday trivia knowledge with these interesting tidbits from past and recent history. New Year's Ball Holiday Past The original ball lowered in Times Square on New Year's Eve back in 1907 was made of iron and wood an...

Learn the history and lyrics for the Christmas song We Wish You a Merry Christmas. ...

Learn the history and lyrics for the Christmas song Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. ...

Learn the history and lyrics for the Christmas song Santa Claus Is Coming to Town. ...