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8/3/2019 American Holiday Traditions
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Since the early creation of our nation, American
have been taking time once a year to celebrat
God's generosity. Harvest Time and Thanksgivin
reminds us of all the blessings we shar
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After a hearty turkey and dressing feast, man
families like to follow the football action on T
Cheering on their favorite team, the guys w
always get hungry for more pumpkin pi
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With turkey leftovers still in the frig, peop
already start to create festive winter displays th
are sure to make you grin. Nothing will freeze ou
the fun for folks who live up north
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Spying on mother during the gift shoppin
season has become a favorite game for man
children. She wants to make Christmas specia
but it is hard to keep some things a surpris
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Daddy made it home just in time to help his litt
angel put the star on top of the tree. Som
soldiers must serve during the Holidays. We w
pray tonight that God will watch over them
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Children learn young to show kindness to fol
who live nearby. Millions of fruit baskets, loave
of banana bread, boxes of fudge and cookie
affirm the bond we share with our neighbor
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The story of the birth of Jesus is told with dram
and song all over our nation. The greatest g
the world has ever known could never b
wrapped with paper and ribbon
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New Year's Eve is a t ime of hope an
anticipation. Looking forward we mak
resolutions to achieve new goals and wish eac
other prosperity with kisses and confett
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Color and cut out the gift tags above. The
punch out the holes and thread with ribbon o
string. Make your own wrapping with pap
grocery bags, stamps and marker
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Throughout the centuries, wreaths have been
popular way to symbolize eternal hope, awar
athletes for their achievements and honor thos
who have passed on before u
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Did you know that another baby named Joh
jumped inside his mother's womb when she hear
that Mary was expecting? There is so much more t
the story than your nativity set can depic
1. Why did Joseph and Mary go to Bethlehem.a. To find a place for Mary to give birth.b. Joseph was expected at a family reunion.c. To participate in a census.
2. What animal did Mary ride to Bethlehem?a. Donkeyb. Small horsec. Llamad. The Bible does not say.
3. The Holy Family named the child"Jesus" because:
a. An Angel told Mary to use the name.b. An Angel told Joseph to use the name.c. All of the above.d. None of the above.
4. What type of building was Jesus born in?a. Stable (Barn)b. Cavec. Innd. The Bible does not say.
5. What animals were presentat the Nativity?
a. Cattle
b. Sheepc. Dovesd. All of the abovee. The Bible does not say.
6. Who announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds?
a. The wise menb. An Angelc. A small boy with a drum
7. How many wise men were there?a. 3b. 7c. The Bible does not say.
8. How did the star compare in brightness with the other stars?
a. Brighterb. Equivalentc. A faint glow over the horizon.d. The Bible does not say.
9. How soon after Joseph and Mary reached Bethlehem was Jesus born?
a. Within minutes.b. That nightc. The Bible does not say.
Be aware that many of ourimpressions of the Christmasstory are given to usthrough traditions, songs anddramatic productions.
The Real Answers?You can find the answers tothese questions in the booksof Matthew and Lukein the Holy Bible.
The Nativity Test
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© 2009 NewPage Publishing, PO Box 368 - Fremont, MI 49412Design and Editing by Victor Du BoisMost illustrations by Renae Wallace
Ph. 231-924-5456 -- vdubois@newpage.net
Please limit yourself to five print out sets of this coloring book per purchase.
Part of the proceeds from this coloring book will be donated to
Operation Christmas Tree
This is a wonderful way to send a little Christmas Cheerto our troops during their service to our nation.
Visit: www.operationchristmastree.comto learn more.
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