Scavenger Hunt

Christmas Around the World

This page can be printed out and used as a handout.

For each question, go to the site indicated.  Search through, and read about Christmas customs around the world as you visit each site. Write the answer to each question in the space below.

  1. http://www.thehistoryofChristmas.com/     In Greece, they believe that goblins make mischief during the 12 days of Christmas (Dec. 25-Jan. 6). What are those goblins called:   

 

  1. http://whyChristmas.com  Use the search box to answer the following question: Who was St. Nicholas? (In real life)  

 

  1. http://www.the-north-pole.com/around/australia.html  What season are we having in North Carolina when it is Christmas in Australia?   

 

  1. http://www.the-north-pole.com/around/canada.html   What is Tourtiere?  

 

  1. http://www.the-north-pole.com/around/china.html  What are Christmas trees called in China? 

  

  1. http://www.the-north-pole.com/around/brazil.html  Who is the gift bringer in Brazil?  

 

  1. http://www.the-north-pole.com/around/bethlehem.html   In Bethlehem, what is set on a pole in the village square? 

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