ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Stocking

Stocking is when you hang socks or other things in a special place in your home during Christmas time. These stockings are just like regular socks, but they are bigger and decorated with Christmas-themed things like snowflakes, candy canes, or Santa Claus.

On Christmas Eve, you will hang your stocking on a mantel (a shelf above a fireplace) or somewhere in your home where Santa Claus can easily see it. Then, you will go to bed and wait for Santa to arrive.

While you sleep, Santa Claus will sneak into your house and fill your stocking with treats like candy, small toys, or other surprises. When you wake up on Christmas morning, you will find your filled stocking, and it will feel like Santa has given you a special gift just for you.

If you've been good all year, Santa will bring you an even better stocking, so it's important to be good and kind to others all year round. Remember, it's not about the presents, it's about being kind, thoughtful, and generous to others, especially during this special time of year.