American Christmas

The Americans celebrate Christmas on the 25th of December. Christmas is a religious holiday. It is the day on which Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ

The Christmas story comes from the Bible.

It tell us an interesting story of shepherds who were watching their sheep when the angel appeard to them.He told them that a Savior had been born in Bethlehem.They went there to see Jesus.

The baby Jesus was born in a stable.His mother was the Virgin Mary and his Father was Joseph.

The Bible tell us how the Wise Men (the Magi) followed a star until it led them to Jesus. They gave Jesus many gifts.

Because of the birth of Jesus Christ, the Christians celebrate Christmas

Cities and towns in America sparkle with bright lights and decorations

Churches, homes, schools, shops and streets are decorated with Christmas trees,coloured lights,Santa Claus and his reindeer.

The Americans choose a tree and decorate it with ornaments and lights.

The American children hang up stockings near the fire-place to receive gifts from Santa Claus

Christmas cards are sent to friends and relatives

On Christmas Eve the President of the United States turns on the lights of the Christmas tree near the White House and sends his greetings to the nation.