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Dec 23, 2016 · He sprung to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle, And away they all flew, like the down of a thistle: But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight- Happy Christmas to all, and to all a...
Dec 13, 2023 · 'Twas the Night Before Christmas poem in full text and free printable for teachers and family celebrations around the holidays. Print the free PDF version to share.
Read our online version of Twas the Night Before Christmas (A Visit from St. Nicholas) by Clement C. Moore and find out how we're celebrating its 200th anniversary.
Dec 23, 2023 · 'Twas the Night Before Christmas is one of the most beloved Christmas poems. Behold, all of the words to the poem, along with its history and fun facts.
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house. Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there; The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads;
In North America the pre-Christmas role of the Christian saint Nicholas was transformed, under the influence of the poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas” (or “ ’Twas the Night Before Christmas”), into the increasingly central role of Santa Claus as the source of Christmas gifts for the family.
On the night of Christmas Eve, a family is settling down to sleep when the father is awakened by noises on their lawn. Looking out the window, he sees Santa Claus, also known as Saint Nicholas, in a sleigh pulled by eight reindeer. After landing his sleigh on the roof, Santa gets down the chimney.
Arguably the most famous Christmas poem, ’Twas the night before Christmas or A Visit from St. Nicholas is responsible for much of today's holiday imagery.
Jun 21, 2024 · Twas The Night Before Christmas is a popular Christmas Poem by Clement Clarke Moore. The poem’s true and original name is ‘A Visit from St. Nicholas’ but it is more commonly known by its iconic opening line.
Clement Clarke Moore wrote this poem in 1822 for his own children. It is also referenced with the title, A Visit from St. Nicholas. The poem is the origin for many of the modern notions of Santa Claus, his plump and cheerful white-bearded look, the names of his reindeer, and even the tradition that he brings toys to children.
