The tió is often popularly called Caga tió ("shitting log", "poo log"). [5][6] This derives from the many songs of Tió de Nadal that begin with this phrase, which was originally (in the context of the songs) an imperative ("Shit, log!").

6 days ago · “Tió de Nadal” means “Christmas Log”, and often Catalan people refer to it simply as “El Tió” – The Log (not to be confused with the Spanish word “tio”, uncle in Spanish – nothing to do with it). The action of hitting the log to make it poop presents is …

Dec 22, 2017 · Catalan holiday tradition involves a log that's fed scraps of food for several weeks leading up to Christmas. Then, it's beaten with a stick and implored to poop out a Spanish nougat called...

Dec 24, 2013 · It’s Christmas Eve, which means children across Spain’s Catalan region are gathering in their homes for the traditional whacking of the festive shit log. Tió de Nadal (Christmas log), a hollow...

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Jan 13, 2020 · In order for the Caga Tió to produce his gifts, children are instructed to beat him with a wooden stick and sing to him, ordering him to poop presents. A common Catalan version of the song goes along the lines of: Poop, log, poop nougats (turrón), hazelnuts and mató cheese, if you don’t poop well, I’ll hit you with a stick, poop, log!

Tio de Nadal or Caga Tio is a Catalan Christmas custom where the kids beat a wooden log with a stick to get presents. Learn all about this funny poop log!

The Christmas Poop Log (or Caga Tio) boasts a rich history, and is an old Christmas tradition that is brought to life for children and families in our 30 page hardcover children's book. Available in our Christmas store, learn about the story and tradition of The Christmas Poop Log.

Aug 7, 2023 · Translated literally, “Caga Tió” means “pooping log,” and the log is often affectionately referred to as “Tió,” or “Uncle.” The ritual involves “feeding” Tió small treats in the days leading up to Christmas.

On Christmas Day, the Christmas Poop Log is traditionally placed in the fireplace (if available) and ordered to poop. In order to make the Poop Log poop, children or adults beat the log with a stick. A traditional song is sung to encourage the log to poop (see the song lyrics below).