Across
- 5. A red and white striped Christmas candy
- 8. Plant known for its traditional role in Christmas decorations
- 10. Marks the shortest day and longest night of the year
- 12. A popular Christmas hymn
- 13. A traditional Christmas story
- 15. Two of Santa's reindeer
- 16. A sweet drink made from eggs, milk, and spices
- 17. Santa's flying animals
Down
- 1. A long sock filled with gifts
- 2. Thin strands used for decorative purposes during Christmas
- 3. A wintertime activity involving sliding down slopes
- 4. A cozy home decoration during the holidays
- 6. Decorative plant with red berries
- 7. pie A traditional Christmas dessert often filled with fruits and spices
- 9. The historical figure inspiring the modern Santa Claus
- 11. A jolly, bearded gift-bringer
- 14. Mythical character associated with cold weather