Christmas origins, traditions in America, breakfast casserole

Christmas Day 2020
Christmas occurs on a Friday this year! Discover why we celebrate Christmas Day on December 25, the symbols of Christmas, and a brief history of Christmas. Plus, let’s bring Christmas alive with recipes, crafts, poetry, and customs from around the world!

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Christmas Plants: Poinsettia, Christmas Cactus, and Amaryllis
Popular Christmas plants—such as poinsettia, Christmas cactus, and amaryllis—add festive cheer to any home. Let’s talk about how to care for these festive flowers to keep them blooming over the holiday season and well into the new year!

Christmas Firsts: The Origins of Christmas Traditions in America
Do you know who wrote the first Christmas card? Which president put up the first White House Christmas Tree? Which department store hosted the first department store Santa? Here’s a look back at some Christmas firsts in American history.

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How to Fold a Napkin: Easy Napkin Folding Ideas
How do you fold a napkin properly? Here are two easy ways to fold cloth napkins for your next shindig, including the classic dinner napkin fold, as well as two more fun techniques to enhance your beautifully-set table in only a few minutes!

Overnight Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole

This breakfast casserole of eggs, sausage, and cheese is perfect for a Sunday or holiday morning.

Keep youngsters entertained for hours with fun facts, fascinating stories, and educational activities in The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids, Vol. 8! Whether your kiddos are reading on their own or you’re reading with them, The Almanac for Kids provides plenty of intriguing stories for anyone who’s a kid at heart!