History (Christmas)

History Sites:

Did You Know? All About Christmas Did You Know? All About Christmas: Find out fascinating information about the history of Christmas, the elves, Boxing Day, reindeer, cards, stamps, carols, and gifts. (History) http://www.didyouknow.cd/xmas/xmas.htm Why Christmas? Why Christmas?: Answers questions. Information includes how customs originated, how the holiday is celebrated around the world, and why it exists. (History) http://www.whychristmas.com/ How Mistletoe Works How Mistletoe Works: Detailed, in-depth explanation of mistletoe. Includes some popular myths. (History) http://www.howstuffworks.com/mistletoe.htm The Story Of The Christmas Tree The Story Of The Christmas Tree: Several historical clues that suggest where the custom of having a tree in the home during Christmas time comes from. (History) http://morning-glow.com/holidays/xmas/xmastree.html How Stuff Works: Christmas How Stuff Works: Christmas: Answers over thirty questions about the traditions behind Christmas trees, cards, shopping, plants, songs and customs. (History) http://www.howstuffworks.com/christmas.htm Christmas with Mark Twain Christmas with Mark Twain: Describes the flurry of seasonal activities in the Clemens home. (History) http://www.boondocksnet.com/twainwww/essays/twain_christmas9712.html When Christmas Was Banned in Boston When Christmas Was Banned in Boston: Tells about the Puritans' decision to outlaw Christmas celebrations in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. (History) http://masstraveljournal.com/features/1101chrisban.html The History of Christmas The History of Christmas: Explains how the modern celebration evolved. (History) http://www.christmas-time.com/cp-hist.html Myths and Lore of Mistletoe Myths and Lore of Mistletoe: All about mistletoe, its biology, and traditional lore. From the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. (History) http://www.state.tn.us/environment/tn_consv/archive/mistltoe.htm World Book: Christmas World Book: Christmas: The editors of World Book lead children on a journey back in time to discover the source of this winter holiday. Along the way, kids learn about traditions around the world. (History) http://www2.worldbook.com/features/holidays/html/christ.htm How Did Christmas Start? How Did Christmas Start?: Explores the origin of Christmas, Boxing Day and Christmas Eve celebrations in the West today. Examines what the Christmas story all about and whether it has real meaning today. (History) http://www.soon.org.uk/christmas.htm