The Americans celebrate Christmas on the 25th of December. Christmas is a religious holiday. It is the day on which Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ
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The Christmas story comes from the Bible.
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It tell us an interesting story of shepherds who were watching their sheep when the angel appeard to them.He told them that a Savior had been born in Bethlehem.They went there to see Jesus.
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The baby Jesus was born in a stable.His mother was the Virgin Mary and his Father was Joseph.
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The Bible tell us how the Wise Men (the Magi) followed a star until it led them to Jesus. They gave Jesus many gifts.
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Because of the birth of Jesus Christ, the Christians celebrate Christmas
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Cities and towns in America sparkle with bright lights and decorations
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Churches, homes, schools, shops and streets are decorated with Christmas trees,coloured lights,Santa Claus and his reindeer.
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The Americans choose a tree and decorate it with ornaments and lights.
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The American children hang up stockings near the fire-place to receive gifts from Santa Claus
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Christmas cards are sent to friends and relatives
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On Christmas Eve the President of the United States turns on the lights of the Christmas tree near the White House and sends his greetings to the nation.