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Help children learn about the Nativity by selecting a safe, sturdy, attractive, and kid-friendly family Nativity set made from materials such as plastic, fabric, or wood.

The story of the nativity and Jesus' birth is a religious lesson for all ages.

Bamberg's annual Nativity Trail has almost 400 scenes at 40 locations. Coinciding with the Christmas Markets, tours begin in late November and continue through December.

Religious Christmas decorations are not complete without indoor, and even outdoor, nativity scenes featuring the holy family in a stable in honor of the birth of Jesus.

Nativity scenes depict the Holy Family, Presepio is a Nativity that includes the surrounding scenery for a full picture of the night of the Holy birth of Jesus Christ.

Creating a nativity scene to reflect a Pagan's beliefs can represent his or her faith in a festive and spiritual display.

Celebrate with gospel, dance, poetry and more in Langston Hughes' traditional Christmas play and read about its 1960s controversy.

After decorating the Christmas tree it's time to set out the other holiday decorations like that holly or garland wreath and mistletoe. Why not build a nativity scene?

Nearly every Italian town has a presepio, often of life-sized crèche figures that retell the night in Bethlehem. Some of the best are in Greccio, Rome, Naples and Verona.

Throughout Italy, the holidays are observed with scenes of the first Christmas, but in some towns living people replace statues and the scene takes on a life of its own.

Artisans in the Dolomite Mountains Hand Carve Crèches, Crucifixes, Angels, Fairy Tale Figures, Jewelry and Traditional European Images in the Val Gardena Ski Resort Area

Christian organisation FamilyLife has produced an interactive Nativity scene gift set to familiarise children with the significance of the story of the birth of Jesus.

The Church of the Nativity in Manger Square in the centre of Bethlehem is one of Christianity's most revered sites. It is according to tradition the birthplace of Jesus

A review of the movie The Nativity Story. Is it just another cliched retelling or is it something to pay money to see?

More than a traditional Chistmas movie, The Nativity Story is a must-see film that gives an admirable depiction of the first Christmas story.

Saint Francis of Assisi is credited with creating the first nativity scene, as a way to make the Christmas season a time of peace and goodwill.

Cricket at the Manger is a whimsical view of a small insect's view of Christmas night. Author Edith Hope Fine tells a story of a cricket that gives what it can, its song.

The focal point of any Sunday school bulletin board should obviously be a nativity scene. However, there are many ways to put a nativity scene together.

Celebrate the religious side of Christmas while still keeping the joy and spirit of the commercial side of the holiday.

When giving children books for Christmas, why not choose books about Christmas itself, and specifically books about the Nativity? Christmas books make popular gifts.

History of Christmas celebration - Epiphany, Nicholas and Santa Claus, from Roman celebration to today's Christmas carols, Christmas trees, and gift-giving.

Among the joy and busyness of the Christmas season, here are some simple tips and thoughtful suggestions to remember the birth of the Savior each day of the holiday.

Nativity is focal point of Algona Iowa community that was home to thousands of German and Japanese prisoners during second world war.

From street markets in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter to bonfires, parades & live nativity pageants, Catalonia welcomes travelers to its lively Christmas holiday traditions.

Creche scenes are a visual story of Christmas, the night Jesus was born in a humble stable of Mary and Joseph. Shepherds and Wise Men paid homage to the King of Jews.

Saint Francis of Assisi, who was devoted to following Jesus, is credited with creating the first Christmas Nativity scene to commemorate the Christ's birth at Bethlehem.

A few years ago Christians couldn't visit Bethlehem. Although it's under Palestinian authority, the birthplace of Jesus Christ is now open to tourists.

The presepio, a life-sized crèche scene that retells the nativity story, is not found just in southern Italy. Towns between Verona and the Dolomites share this custom.

It's hard not to be captivated by gifts and glitter this time of year. Amid the toys and trimmings, how can you teach your child the true meaning of Christmas?

Jesus was born in Bethlehem, the City of David, to fulfill prophecy. Benjamin, son of Jacob, was also born there, whose birth and name were signs of the coming of Jesus.

Christmas traditions in Catalonia include placing a Caganer, (a defecating figure) in the nativity scene and beating the Caga Tio (defecating log) to make it poop sweets!

Holiday street markets, religious processions, nativity scenes, joyous traditional folk customs and music performances blend into a non-stop Spanish Christmas festival.

Learn about Mexican Christmas traditions, like Dia De Los Reyes Magos, that honors the gifts of the Three Wise Men. Learn how to celebrate Dia De Reyes.

Christmas markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg and Erfurt sell gifts, decorations and local specialities from traditional hand-carved nativity scenes to spicy gingerbread.

The ancient, Orthodox Christian religion celebrates the Christmas holiday in a way that helps people cope with depression and experience the true joy of Christmas.

For a Christmas the whole family can enjoy, these recommended Christmas movies are a delightful, relaxing, warm indoor activity.

The online selection of Christmas inflatables and other outdoor Christmas décor gets bigger and more outlandish each year.

Munich, Germany hosts a Christkindlmarkt in the town square under the famous Glockenspiel. People gather to purchase handcrafted gifts and enjoy festivities.

A Christmas visit to the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, birthplace of Jesus Christ and King David is for many travellers a long held ambition.

Tourists in Spain in December and January may visit local churches and find cultural richness. Villagers and townspeople alike model or enact the Bethlehem manger scene.

Getting into the holiday spirit is easy with the right holiday decorations. Five specific items will provide the home with holiday flair.

The birth of Jesus according to the gospels of Matthew and Luke, and the significance of Nativity.

Creston's sacred music about Isaiah's prophecy of Christ's coming. Oratorio's brief history, character cast, and notes from Creston's work.

Ruth Bell Graham and Richard Jesse Watson combine their talents to present a remarkable rendition of the Christmas Story.

Do you have something to say to someone in particular? Great poets from Pindar to Keats conveyed their inspiration in the ode form.

The art of paper-mache lends itself to unique projects, including large-scale projects like sculptures requiring sturdy construction and intricate details.

The Lausanne Christmas market features 50 miniature Swiss chalets stalls in the historic town center, with concerts, a nativity play, and a visit from Father Christmas.

Catholics observe Advent, Latin for "to come to," which is the custom of preparation for the arrival of Christ as the liturgical year begins.

Many people believe that the 12 days of Christmas end on December 25, but traditionally Xmas Day is just the beginning of the 12 days that lead up to the Epiphany.

A brief history why December 25 has been accepted as the Nativity, as Christians worldwide celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on Christmas Day.