Wednesday 21 is the winter solstice if you live in the Northern Hemisphere. In the southern hemisphere, it launches summer. Here's why.

Use this simple explanation of what a solstice is to introduce your children to the Winter Solstice plus ideas for winter solstice activities

Winter is about joy and celebration. Embrace the season's charm with these uplifting and relatable winter quotes.

DECEMBER-WINTER SOLSTICE The winter solstice occurs during the hemisphere's winter. In the Northern Hemisphere, this is the December solstice (usually 21 or 22 December) and in the Southern Hemisphere, this is the June solstice (usually 20 or 21 June). Although the winter solstice itself lasts only a moment, the term sometimes refers to the day on which it occurs. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winter_solstice

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The Geminid Meteor Shower peaks on December 14th, and is one of the best displays of shooting stars all year. Over 120 meteors will streak across the sky per hour. On December 21st marks the Longest Night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Also known as Midwinter and Yule, the Winter Solstice has been celebrated by many cultures for thousands of years.

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