10 interesting facts that children should know about Christmas 2019

1.   How old is the Christmas Tree ? 

Some have traced back the Christmas tree at least as far as Jeremiah the prophet who wrote Jeremiah's book in the Hebrew Scriptures (Old Testament). Throughout past centuries, resistance to the Christmas tree has been strong. In the third century CE, the early Christian Church strictly prohibited their homes ' decoration of evergreen boughs. Only caught on the decorated Christmas tree in the mid-19th century. Christian resistance continues: many oppose the Christmas tree because they claim it is a Pagan tradition to cut a tree, install it in the house and decorate it. 1 It is mainly a political symbol of hope for the New Year and the future for many people today for gifting as an alternative to Christmas 2019 toys

2. Who is Santa Claus ?

Santa Claus ' legend can be traced back to a monk named St. Nicholas for hundreds of years. It is assumed that sometime around 280 A.D. Nicholas was born. In Patara, in modern-day Turkey, near Myra. St. Nicholas became the subject of many stories, widely revered for his modesty and compassion. It's said he gave away all of his inherited wealth and visited the world to help the poor and ill. One of St. Nicholas ' best-known stories is that he saved three poor sisters from being sold by their father into slavery or prostitution by giving them a dowry to marry. Nicholas ' popularity spread over many years and he became known as the protector for the sailors as well as children.

3.   Let's get to know about Santa’s reindeers

You must have spent many hours reading about Santa's Reindeer, cooked them, rode with them, and even when they were sick, gave them chicken noodle soup. Santa is commonly known to have 9 flying reindeer, but he also has another 300 he takes care of. Santa brings them in when a reindeer becomes ill and needy and takes care of them. They can't fly, but in the annual Reindeer Derby they play and they can run like the wind. Here are some of Santa’s reindeers :-

Dasher is the reindeer's eldest, respected by all the other reindeer, and is the reindeer pack's leader. If Santa takes a Dasher ride, the instructions are named and everyone is watching.

Every day Prancer does the workouts for all the reindeer of Santa, he has recently added yoga to his exercise routines and sometimes the reindeer get their antlers twisted.

In every publication, Comet, the fastest reindeer in the air, made headlines as the only reindeer to compete in a horse race. She was wearing a hat to hide her antlers, but she was disqualified with her speed.

Dasher is the oldest of the reindeer, known by all the other reindeer, and the chief of the reindeer pack. The directions are called when Santa takes a Dasher trip, and everyone is listening.

4.    About Christmas Carols

The first carols are Christian hymns composed about Christ's conception, with themes such as life, love, heaven, Jesus child, and the North Star. Beginning with St. Francis of Assisi (1182-1226), to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, carols are sung in mass. 

St. Francis is said to have been the first person to set up a manger scene in a church — a stable template in which baby Jesus was born that included farm animals, shepherds, and three singing wise men. Christmas Carols around the World Jan van Wynkyn, an Englishman, wrote the first printed collection of Christmas carols in 1521. The novel includes the "Boar's Head".O Little Town of Bethlehem "was composed by Boston's Phillip Brooks, Massachusetts— a 19th-century preacher who became Massachusetts ' Episcopal Bishop in 1891. 

Three years after he traveled to the Holy Land and spent Christmas Eve in Bethlehem, he wrote the famous words of "O Little Town of Bethlehem." Brooks sent his church organist the words that set them to music in 1868 on Christmas. The carol "We Three Kings of the Orient Are" goes back as far as 1857 when John Henry Hopkins wrote the carol at the General Theological Seminary in New York City for a Christmas pageant. New Carols In recent history, carols have come to speak not only of birth, but also of secular holiday traditions.

5.  Top 10 Christmas 2019 Cakes 

Here are top 10 Christmas 2019 cakes that you can relish on ……

Ø Caramel Gingerbread Cake - The frosting of caramel buttercream on this cake is so  delicious, from the mixing bowl you can eat it straight away. You could do a double recipe as well to ensure that you've got enough for all your guests.

Ø Red Velvet Cake Sugared cranberries bring to the edge of this treat an excellent –and delicate – touch. They are also super tasty as a bonus.

Ø  Cranberry Orange Spice Cake - This fruit-ingredient cake is topped with a white chocolate orange buttercream.

Ø   Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting - A moist cake with a fluffy frosting makes for a great dessert.

Ø  Candied Pretzel Cake – A German delight, this scrumptious cake delivers the best of both worlds - sweet and salty.

Ø   Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting - Top off a simple cake with a gingerbread house for a creative, festive finish.

Ø  Chocolate Coconut Winter Wonderland Cake - The hues of the Pocky stick-and-melted-chocolate trees topping this dessert reinforce the white winter wonderland theme.

Ø   Chocolate Peppermint Crunch Bundt Cake peppermint candies are the perfect complement to rich, decadent chocolate cake.

Ø   Pomegranate Christmas Cake - This stunning dessert is a must at Christmas parties. The pomegranate adds color contrast as well as a subtle texture that will please any palate.

Ø Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake - A fudge brownie base supports three layers of chocolate, raspberry, and vanilla mousse.

6.   Where did Christmas Elves come from ?

You should ask Scandinavia if you're in the broader idea of elves. The theory originated from ancient tradition in the region that elves are house gnomes protecting from evil in their residential areas. All of this led to a mild debate in the 1920s over where Santa, Ms. Claus, and the elves actually live , reindeers don't live on the North Pole, but there are plenty of reindeers in Lapland, Finland — so there was a misconception that Santa and company really need to be located there. It was commercialism, and there's now a huge Santa's Village out there studded with elves.

7.   Why do we hang Christmas Stockings? 

Presents are known to have been carried as far back as the 1100s in stockings and shoes. "Nuns spread the idea of a mysterious night angel that arrives and brings children's toys," explained Gerry Bowler, a professor of history at the University of Manitoba, in a 2010 YouTube channel video. "Children were allowed to remove their shoes and placed in little gifts. And the shoe precedes the storage." When the child were good, the shoes might be packed with treats, but when the child were considered naughty, they could have coal, sticks, and even manure. 

It is further believed that the practice of leaving a shoe to be filled with presents predates Christianity; its origins that lie in the folklore of the North. It is known that in parts of Northern Europe and Scandinavia, children would put a shoe or clog filled with fruit, sugar, and straw at the heart for the flying horse of the Norse God Odin, Sleipnir, during the Winter Solstice. As a reward for their kindness, the shoe would be filled with gifts and candy. This tradition was then modified for St. Nicholas Day, where the boots were set out for Sinterklaas and his horse in the days leading up to Dec. 6, often loaded with carrots.

8.   Some Christmas Gift Ideas

Some great ideas for Christmas 2019 toys or Christmas 2019 gifts for children are as follows: - 

• Christmas Tree
• Art Set for Kids
• Binocular Set
• Kids Digital Video Camera
• Animal Science Kit for Kids
• Amazon Echo Dot
• Laser gaming Set 
• Pocket Drone
• Bike Helmet

9. What has romance gotta do with a Christmas Mistletoe tree ?

Mistletoe is a plant growing in a number of trees including willow trees, apple trees and oak trees. Hanging it in the house tradition dates back to the ancient druids. It should have mystical powers that bring good fortune to the household and drive evil spirits back. It has also been used in the mythology of Norse as a sign of love and friendship, and this is where the custom of kissing under Mistletoe comes from.

Mistletoe's practice of hugging originated from Scotland. The initial tradition was that before the person could be hugged, a berry was taken from the Mistletoe sprig and when all the berries were finished, there could be no more kissing!

The name mistletoe is taken from two English words ' Mistel' (meaning dung) and' tan' (meaning) twig or pin! So Mistletoe could be translated as' poo on a stick'!!! 

10.    What's the best way to celebrate Christmas Eve 2019 ?

It's now Christmas 2019 Eve, ensuring you've made it through all of the holiday season's hustle and bustle. Relaxing and soaking in all the fun and meaning of Christmas Day is almost time! To celebrate, it's time to slow down, spend some quality time with your friends and family, and participate on Christmas Eve in some of our favorite things to do.

Do you have no new traditions or do you want to add them to your December? We've completed some of our favorite rituals of yuletide right here, such as baking, games, and giving back. Although all of these activities are most likely to be done during your school holidays, they're all still incredibly fun to do on Christmas Eve. So what are you waiting for ? Lets go out and have a great evening !