Christmas Song Themes and Imagery

The transcript features a teacher discussing their tradition of writing special music for holidays. They express a personal promise to sing a particular Christmas song, evoking nostalgia for past Christmases with imagery of glistening treetops and listening children. The song includes wishes for merry and bright days, and repeats these themes to emphasize the joy and warmth of the holiday season.

What did the narrator promise to do at the end of the night?

• Write a new song

• Dance

• Sing a special song

• Play an instrument

What do the treetops do in the Christmas song?

• Glisten

• Sparkle

• Glow

• Shine

What do children listen for in the song?

• Christmas carols

• Reindeer

• Santa's footsteps

• Sleigh bells

What does the narrator wish for in every Christmas card?

• Joy and happiness

• Peace and love

• Merry and bright days

• Good health

What imagery is repeated at the end of the song?

• Treetops glistening

• Snowflakes falling

• Stars shining

• Children playing