Student Writing: Holiday Celebrations Around the World December 2, 2016

A particular part of Christmas in my country is when children go out singing from house to house. They normally dance as well. Children get sweets, traditional cakes called “cozonac,” and money. Adults sing, too, on Christmas Day evening and night. – Irina, Moldova

The best holiday in winter in Italy is Christmas…The period of Christmas begins on 8th December, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. The families prepare the Christmas tree and the nativity scene on this day. – Erika, Italy

New Year’s holiday is very popular in my country. This holiday’s name is “Oshogatsu.” Usually Japanese people go to eat traditional food. This traditional food is very beautiful and very sophisticated. It’s like artwork. – Mori, Japan