LNGenZ News for Kids: 19 – Holidays

Christmas is an old and a young holiday. Christians are celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ over 2,000 years ago, but many of the traditions we know today are only about 100 years old. For centuries, Christmas was only a… Read More

Christmas wasn’t always the merry holiday we know today. Many Christians refused to celebrate or honor it, as the date was associated with the Pagan winter solstice. For others, Christmas was a time for solemn prayer. So, what happened to… Read More

Christmastime is filled with holiday traditions and shiny decorations. Symbols like candy canes and mistletoe are displayed, immersing us in the season. But what do these symbols mean, and how did they become associated with Christmas? Stars Whether sitting atop… Read More

It may come as a surprise that one of the most delightful Christmas traditions is surrounded by mystery. The poem ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas has been read to children across the world on Christmas Eve for more than a… Read More

Every Christmas Eve, millions of children follow Santa Claus’ journey across the globe in real time. They watch as his sleigh lifts off from the North Pole and crosses oceans to deliver gifts to children around the world. Using military… Read More

If you were to pick from the treasure trove of holiday movies, what would be your favorite? All folks have their go-to film for this time of year, from the memorable 1946 It’s a Wonderful Life to the 1990s Home… Read More

Christmas has always been about generosity, togetherness, and – most importantly – the birth of Jesus Christ. But how society celebrates one of the world’s most cherished holidays has changed dramatically over the last decade. Technology has altered the way… Read More

Christmas legends around the world are fun as well as a bit bizarre and sometimes quite frightful. Sweden’s Christmas Goat Burning, Spain’s Catalan Pooping Log, and Austria’s Krampus Night are just a few of the quirky rituals that highlight the… Read More

The holidays are here, and with them comes one of the most important seasons in Christianity: Advent. While much of the world rushes to wrap presents, find the perfect Christmas tree, and organize holiday dinners, Christians are encouraged to enter… Read More

Everyone knows December is all about Christmas. In fact, a staggering 90% of Americans say they celebrate the holiday, according to Pew Research. But just before Christmas steals the spotlight, another beloved holiday arrives: St. Nicholas Day. What Is St…. Read More

Thanksgiving has come and gone, and now we are in the most wonderful time of the year – Christmas. Santa Claus is finalizing his accounting of the naughty and the nice, which is completed by Dec. 4, Santa’s List Day…. Read More

Turkeys are large birds native to North America. The wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) is known for its fan-shaped tail, gobbling calls, and large wattles hanging from its neck. The birds thrive in a variety of living conditions, such as forests,… Read More