Christmas

Christmas is an important religious holiday for Christians. But many people around the world also celebrate it with secular traditions, such as exchanging gifts and decorating trees. This title delves into the holiday's rich history, exploring its beginnings as a winter solstice festival, its ties to the early Christian church, and the development of modern traditions such as Santa Claus. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.