HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD - ITALY

What do the celebrate in Italy on December 6th?

• Saint Nicholas Day

• Saint Charles Day

What do children do on Saint Nicholas Day?

• run in the streets and throw confetti

• hang up a sock, or put a plate on the table for Saint Nicholas to leave treats

What tradition do you do in December during the holidays?

What do children write to their parents on the holiday?

• emails

• letters telling them how much they love them

Have you been naughty or nice this year?

• NICE

• NAUGHTY

What do they say in Italy to wish someone a Merry Christmas?

• Bon Natale

• Bon Appetite

People go to outdoor markets to by Christmas treats and goodies for the holiday.

• True

• False

What do Italians eat for the Holidays?

• Panetone and Meatballs

• licorice and chocolate

What is the legend of La Befana?

• On January 6th, the witch brings presents and goodies to children who have been good.

• On January 6th, La Befana reads to children.

Italian kids hang up socks or put their shoes out for La Befana to fill with goodies.

• True

• False