In Ireland, people put a lighted candle in their window on Christmas Eve as a sign of welcome to Mary and Joseph. In Wales, people have caroling contests during the weeks before Christmas.
Roast turkey is the main course for dinner.
People in Scotland also have roast turkey and exchange small gifts. Some Scottish families decorate a Christmas tree and sing carols, but most hold their main celebrations on New Year's Day. For a free trial of World Book Online, click here . We'd like to hear from you. Click here to submit your comments.