Victoria Marcos - Discover Christmas: Level 3 Reader

Its Christmas time! Some kids go to the Christmas tree lot to pick out a Christmas tree. There are many trees to choose from - tall, short, narrow and wide. When they find the perfect tree they tie it to the roof of their car, take it home and decorate it. This tree is being decorated with red ornaments and bows. Long strands of gold beads are placed around the tree on the branches. The Christmas tree is lit up with a long strand of lights that are placed around the tree and hidden in the branches. The Christmas tree is lit up with a long strand of lights that are placed around the tree and hidden in the branches.

The more lights you put on the tree the better you can see the ornaments! Everyone in the family hangs a stocking on the mantel. Stockings are filled with toys, candy and books. A long time ago, people used to hang their socks on the mantel to dry. This is how the tradition of hanging stockings on the mantel began. The Christmas tree is surrounded by lots of beautifully wrapped presents. Everyones presents have a card that has their name on it.

Which one is your present? The toy train travels around and around the Christmas tree. Its fun to pretend the train is filled with presents that it drops off to children all over the world. What is the train going to drop off at your house? You can use branches from a Christmas tree and berries from a holly bush to make a Christmas wreath to hang on the front door. It will help get you in the holiday spirit! This girl is telling Santa what she wants for Christmas. Santa asked her if shes been naughty or nice. Santa delivers presents in a big red bag on Christmas morning. Santa delivers presents in a big red bag on Christmas morning.

He makes lots of children very happy! What did you ask for this year? Some kids make Christmas cards for their relatives and friends. They write a Christmas greeting inside and sign their names. They mail them early to make sure they arrive before Christmas day. Decorating a gingerbread house is a tradition during the Christmas season. You can use frosting for the icicles and gummy candies for bricks. A cotton ball pulled apart looks like smoke coming out of the chimney.

It almost looks too good to eat! When we see candy canes we think of Christmas. Not only do they taste good, but they can be used as ornaments on a Christmas tree! A snow globe is made of glass and has water inside. You can make it snow on the children inside by shaking the globe. It looks like a toy, but its not. You need to be careful not to drop it because it may break. This stained glass window tells the story of the Nativity.

The three wise men brought gifts to Jesus when he was born on Christmas day. Can you see the star? These toy soldiers are characters from the ballet The Nutcracker . The Nutcracker is most popular during the Christmas season. These soldiers are toys and are also used as Christmas decorations. The family dog gets in the Christmas spirit by wearing a Santa hat. He wears his hat when he poses with his family in their Christmas pictures.

Isnt he cute? This reindeer has very big antlers. Male reindeer have much bigger antlers than female reindeer. Legend has it that reindeer pull Santas sleigh. Have you ever seen a reindeer? One fun thing to do during Christmas break is to make a snowman. Can you name all the things youll need to make snow into a snowman? Dont forget to wear your jacket, gloves and boots. Its cold outside! Before you go to bed on Christmas Eve, leave a plate of cookies and a glass of milk for Santa by the fireplace.

Dont forget his reindeer. They love carrots! Merry Christmas! Key Word List Christmas spirit greeting legend nativity ornaments relatives strands tradition Activities: 1. Define each of the Key Words from this list. 2. Write a sentence for each one of the Key Words. 3.