December 25 in History for Kids

December 25 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1461, 1583, 336, 1100. Violent events and crimes are left off. Each line is a small true thing to ask about, not a whole lesson. February 29 is included so a leap-day birthday still has a page. Walk with the previous and next links, or open the December hub for the rest of the month.

In 1461, Christina of Saxony was born. Christina became known as queen consort of Denmark.
In 1583, Orlando Gibbons was born. Orlando became known as english organist and composer.
In 336, first documented sign of Christmas celebration in Rome.
In 1100, baldwin of Boulogne is crowned the first King of Jerusalem in the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem.

Pair a date with a story in the library or a geography quiz if you want to keep going.