AT CHRISTMAS, nothing sets the mood more than some festive songs to spread some cheer and bring family and friends together.
And if you find yourself twiddling your thumbs this Boxing Day, we have just the thing to keep you and your brain busy.
Can you name all nine Christmas songs?[/caption]Jackpot City has designed some festive rebus puzzles to put your festive music knowledge to the test.
These puzzles represent some favourite Christmas hits, using everyday icons to spell out the song names or represent the lyrics.
With easy and hard puzzles to solve, there’s something for everyone. Whether you are a casual caroler or a seasoned holiday expert, you will be humming along in no time.
There are nine to solve – can you crack them faster than you can sing ‘fa-la-la-la-la’?
Still struggling? Scroll down for the answers – but no cheating!
Brain teasers are beneficial for several reasons including cognitive stimulation, memory improvement, mental agility, stress reduction and boosting concentration.
They challenge the brain, encouraging it to think critically and solve problems, which can help keep the mind sharp and improve cognitive functions.
Engaging with brain teasers can also enhance both short-term and long-term memory by requiring you to remember and manipulate information.
Experts believe that brain teasers often require creative and logical thinking, which can ultimately enhance your problem-solving abilities in everyday life.
Working on these puzzles regularly can improve your concentration levels and also help to keep the brain active through challenging activities.
They’re great for the health side of the brain as well as they help to delay the onset of cognitive decline which is associated with ageing.
This is why experts encourage people to incorporate the brain teasers into your routine.
It can also be a fun and effective way to maintain and improve brain health.
1 – ‘Silent Night’ by Frank Sinatra
2 – ‘Mistletoe’ by Justin Bieber
3 – ‘Jingle Bell Rock’ by Bobby Helms
4 – ‘Santa Baby’ by Eartha Kitt
5 – ‘Sounds like Christmas’ by Johnny Reid
6 – ‘Last Christmas’ by WHAM!
7 – ‘Let it Snow’ by Frank Sinatra
8 – ‘Rockin Around the Christmas Tree’ by Brenda Lee
9 – ‘Walking in a Winter Wonderland’ by Brad Paisley