Christmas is a special holiday celebrated by millions of people around the world. While it originates from Christian traditions, today it is celebrated by people of many different faiths and cultures. Most people know about Santa Claus, Christmas trees, and exchanging gifts, but did you know Christmas is celebrated differently around the world? In Australia, Christmas falls in summer! Instead of a snowy white Christmas, many Australians spend their day at the beach. They might even see a 'Surfing Santa'! In Mexico, they celebrate 'Las Posadas', a nine-day celebration leading up to Christmas Day with nightly processions reenacting Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem. In Ethiopia, Christmas is known as 'Ganna' and is celebrated with a special church service and a game of hockey! Despite these differences, the spirit of Christmas remains the same: a time of joy, love, and giving. Whether it's through gifts, special meals, or community gatherings, the essence of Christmas is about coming together and spreading joy and goodwill. Christmas, in all its global forms, is a beautiful testament to how one celebration can take on many unique and colorful traditions yet maintain its heart - a heart full of love and joy.