World-Famous Christmas Tree arrives in New York City

November 20, 2024

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The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree has arrived in New York City, marking the start of the holiday season.

This year, a 74-foot Norway spruce, weighing 11 tons, was brought in from West Stockbridge, Massachusetts. Workers placed the massive tree outside Rockefeller Center, where it will soon be decorated with over 50,000 LED lights and topped with a stunning crystal star.

The tree lighting ceremony, one of New York City’s most popular holiday traditions, is set for December 4. Each year, thousands of people gather to watch the sparkling lights switch on, officially kicking off the Christmas festivities.

The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree has been a holiday icon for more than 80 years, symbolising the joy and spirit of the season. Meanwhile, families around the world are beginning their own traditions by putting up trees and decorations at home.

Have you decorated your tree yet?

Article written by Milli Banbury

This article was written using AI as an assistive tool for research and writing.

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Read the flyer from the school library.

Love reading? Join the Winter Book Challenge. Students who read five books in term two will earn a certificate and be entered into a draw for a $30 bookstore voucher. The library says reading widely can improve vocabulary, build knowledge, and make reading more enjoyable. There will also be a lunchtime session each Thursday where students can share recommendations with others. Pick up a tracker card at the library desk.

At the bottom of the flyer, the library states: “Every book opens a new idea.”

Why has the library mostly written this flyer?

To persuade students to take part in the challenge To give a detailed history of the school library To compare different types of novels To warn students that reading is difficult