Judging by these pictures, things have moved on a little from the days of costumes made from dressing gowns and tea towels – now onesies tend to come in handy instead!
1. Lovely faces
The F2 class Nativity play at Marlcliffe Primary School, Sheffield Photo: Marlcliffe Primary
2. In the groove
One of the youngsters in the Nativity play at Royd Nursery and Infant School in Deepcar, Sheffield. Picture Scott Merrylees Photo: Scott Merrylees
3. Nativity play at Carterknowle Junior School.
A Nativity play at Carterknowle Junior School, Sheffield Photo: Carterknowle cast
4. Little donkeys!
Children taking part in the Nativity play at Totley All Saints Church of England Primary School, Sheffield Photo: Totley All Saints