Across
- 4. Wrapped surprises exchanged during celebrations
- 6. Horned creature from Alpine folklore who punishes naughty children
- 7. Vehicle Santa rides in on Christmas Eve
- 9. Old-fashioned word for the Christmas season
- 10. Decorative greenery draped over mantels and railings
- 13. Gentle glow that makes winter evenings feel cozy
- 14. Plant traditionally hung overhead for kissing
- 17. Antlered animal that pulls Santa’s sleigh
- 18. Wooden figure made famous by a holiday ballet
Down
- 1. Colorful items hung on branches of a tree
- 2. Minty plant or flavor often associated with the season
- 3. Spinning top used in a traditional Hanukkah game
- 4. Red plant frequently seen in holiday centerpieces
- 5. Spiced treat often shaped like people or houses
- 7. Deep pile of wind-swept snow
- 8. Traditionally burned or eaten as a festive holiday treat
- 11. Tree that stays green even in winter
- 12. Groups who go out singing festive songs in the neighborhood
- 15. The shortest day and longest night of the year
- 16. Fried potato pancakes traditionally eaten during Hanukkah