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Here is a picture of two Haitian children posing with their Christmas gifts. They are so happy to receive these gifts that were donated by volunteers from the United States.

These are probably the only gifts they will receive for Christmas.

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In this picture, Santa Clause brings a gift to a Haitian child for Christmas. However, what makes it more interesting is the fact that the child does not know what is going on. She is looking at her mother who is beside her and looking at Santa Clause. She does not know whether to smile or to be scared.

This is what Christmas is all about

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Here is a picture of several fanales that were constructed for Christmas in Haiti. Fanals come in different forms and shapes. They are sold in the streets.

This tradition of Fanale in Haiti originated from the people who used to work at night in the dark. In order to see where they were going, they used candles, and the fanale came as a way to protect the candle from the wind. The tradition evolved in Haiti and became a Christmas tradition.

Picture of fanal provide by youtube

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Here is a picture of a Fanal or Lamp Nwel. This is a tradition that was very popular, the construction of Fanale. Fanals are usually built by professionals during Christmas season in Haiti. It requires skills and experience to deliver a good fanal.

Picture of fanal provide by youtube

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The name in Haitian Creole is cyclice. This picture of a Haitian child playing cyclice is very common. Most children in Haiti are familiar with toys that are inexpensive. This is very original and fun

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Here is a picture of a Haitian child passionately releasing a kite in the air. This is one of the most popular games in Haiti. It si fun, cheap and easy to build. This is an example of how hard life is for Haitian children

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In this picture, three children from Haiti are playing together with rope. This game is usually done by Haitian girls at school, during break time. Most haitian boys do not grt involved with this game instead they play soccer or other more physical games among themselves

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Here is a picture of two Haitian children playing with rope, This is a common game usually played by Haitian children

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