special things people do again and again, like decorating a tree at Christmas

festival when Christians celebrate Jesus’ birthday, give gifts, and spend time with family

the stories, traditions, and cultural practices passed down from their families and communities, shaping who they are and their sense of belonging

Christmas: different ways of celebrating Christmas around the world

Religious education

In this unit pupils will study the centrality of Jesus for most Christians through   the story of his birth. Pupils will learn the term incarnation to describe Jesus as God's son. They will see how different Christians portray Jesus through art, and explore how Jesus' birth inspires acts of charity.

Jesus: why is he so important to Christians?

Christians believe Jesus is God’s {{}}.

What do Christians in Honduras often make at Christmas?

What do Christians in Nigeria eat on Christmas day?

Christians believe Jesus is the light of the {{}}.

What does Advent help Christians get ready for?

Do all Christians celebrate Christmas in the same way?

Starter Quiz