New York City's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree has been a longstanding and treasured tradition with the first tree erected on December 24, 1931.

Dec 23, 2009 - Stacey Porto

Midwinter Magic amid the Winter Solstice Celebrations. Yule Rituals for a truly magical Midwinter Festival.

Nov 2, 2010 - Joanne E. Brannan

Christmas customs in Australia have evolved from the traditions brought to her shores by early and successive settlers: a wonderful mixture of traditions.

Nov 7, 2010 - Julie Dawn Wee

Besides making wonderful gifts, the most memorable holiday movies also have the ability to inspire and uplift us.

Nov 30, 2009 - Iulia Filip

Books are great value and bring lasting pleasure. Some gifting ideas for girls aged 5-11.

Nov 25, 2008 - Helen Brain

The Juggler of Notre Dame (1982) is a great Christian movie embracing ideals of faith and forgiveness. It is the perfect DVD for family viewing at Christmas.

Dec 3, 2008 - Karen Plumley

Christmas cheer takes on many different forms as we grow older and experience new things. What Christmas means can change many times over one's lifetime.

Nov 4, 2010 - Chris Rosenthal

Get your kids into the holiday spirit and encourage reading for pleasure with these fun Christmas-themed novels for 8-12 year olds.

Nov 15, 2008 - Jodie Wells-Slowgrove

How does homeschooling figure into your holiday traditions? Make the most of this special time of year when so many traditions come together.

Nov 28, 2011 - Sara McGrath

Before the holidays existed in England, Christmas was a 200-year-old celebration in colonial Virginia. For two weeks, festivities thrived in Virginia.

Dec 11, 2010 - Diane Evans

Taking time to download Christmas music for kids can help bring the holiday spirit alive and every child deserves to learn classic Christmas songs.

Nov 30, 2010 - Emily Rogers

Christmas is coming! What are the best holiday films to play at Christmas with the whole family? You can do a lot worse than these five Christmas picks...

Nov 8, 2010 - Brian Rowe

The sending and receiving of cards is a treasured part of the Christmas season, and a special way to keep in touch with close or distant family or friends.

Dec 4, 2010 - Anne Dubois

Start the family toddlers out with a long-standing family tradition. Surprise them with a stocking filled with treats and toys that will be enjoyed after the holiday.

Dec 1, 2009 - Debby Mayne

The isle of Ireland is synonymous with tradition and country values and never more so than at Christmas. Step back in time for a quick look at an Irish holiday.

Nov 16, 2009 - Allene Reynolds

Christmas is a wonderful time for music and celebration. Four specific colleges offer a holiday musical treat for all.

Nov 14, 2009 - Kerrie Troseth

Christmas crafting is fun! Children love to make these simple traditional home made Christmas decorations with you.

Dec 22, 2007 - Joanne E. Brannan

Children love the joy that the Christmas season brings, and there is no better time to encourage reading than Christmas.

Nov 10, 2010 - Allison Brown

It is our responsibility as a society to help the many families and children who will be struggling this Christmas.

Dec 5, 2010 - Gianna Fenuta

This holiday season, find unique ways to let the people in your life know that you care.

Oct 7, 2007 - Elizabeth Nelson