is often retold by children taking part in nativity plays. Find more teaching resources on BBC Teach Religious Studies KS1: The Christian Story of the First Christmas.

In the run-up to Christmas, primary schools and Sunday schools often put on Nativity plays. This custom, however, is a surprisingly modern tradition. Here is its story. Nativity plays A Nativity ...

The author's family gathered for a pre-Christmas celebration, enjoying food, singing, and a Nativity play with the children. “Mom, Grandma said she needs to talk with me on Tuesday after school.” ...