Last year I created an "advent tree" for the kids in the entry way of our home. (We got a new taller tree for the living room and used the older, shorter tree in the entry way. So much *space* in these Texas homes.) Way back in November, Claire and Benjamin were asking me if I was getting all the goodies ready for the Advent tree this year. So, I guess it's become a tradition.
This year I bought Christmas scrapbook papers and cut them into box shapes. I used the nice die-cut and variety of patterns at the scrapbook store. Then I added tags on which I stamped numbers and tied them on the tree with fluffy red yarn.
In each box there is a line from the Christmas story from the book of Luke. Claire is gluing each line onto a sheet of construction paper. There is also a little goodie in each box -- or a note telling the kids where to search for the surprise. The boxes are too tiny to hold much besides a small piece of candy and I didn't want to do candy EVERY DAY.Yesterday's surprise was a box of 15 glow-sticks. Huge hit! The kids and I spent nearly 30 minutes in the bathroom -- because it has no windows, so it's super dark and perfect for enjoying anything that glows. They were swinging the glow-sticks around, throwing, dancing, juggling, jumping, twisting, looping and giggling.
We also went to our neighborhood Christmas tree lighting last night. Delightful.
5 comments:
How wonderful that family traditions live on and on. I can't wait to share in the fun on December 20!! Love, Mom
Glow sticks!! Love it! Hmmm, I think I know where we can "liberate" a few of those....
love the advent tree. fabulous idea!
Hooray for Claire and benjamin carrying on the tradition. And I love your boxes with the little message and treats inside. It's such a 'family' time of year and you're making the most of it, tree lighting in the neighborhood included, and grandparents arriving on the 20th!
What a great idea. I know the kids love finding the surprises. We haven't found our advent calendar yet, didn't get to that box???
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