This is one of my favorite Christmas books. Simon and his mother are celebrating Christmas Eve in the cardboard house they built themselves. They don't have much but they still have the spirit of Christmas and offer to share the little they have with an old woman who...
This is a fun alternative to the traditional popcorn and cranberry garland. You'll need: 1 package of rainbow licorice 1 package of gumdrops thin wire Directions: 1. Cut the wire the length you want your garland. I cut mine into smaller sections for my grandchildren...
This is a fun & easy decoration to make. All you need is: Paint stirring stick, tongue depressor, black & white paint, buttons, googly eyes, fabric scraps (scarf), orange marker or felt (nose), black marker (mouth), ribbon (for hanging) and hot glue....
What a cute keepsake, a handprint ornament. I got this idea from my grandson's kindergarten teacher. You'll need: Round Christmas ornament White acrylic paint Permanent markers (various colors) Large paper plate Directions: 1. Pour enough white paint on the paper...
I had fun with my grandchildren creating pop up cards. You can do them for any occasion. My grandkids wanted to do their favorite characters; dragons and Mario. There are many tutorials. This is the one I used. Tutorial
Instead of throwing away your Christmas and holiday cards and leftover pieces of ribbon, recycle them into thank you notes and gift tags. With your grandchildren you can cut out pictures from the cards and glue them on cardstock to be used like a postcard. Then send...
This is a fun and easy idea from Susan Kaupscinski Gaylord. Get directions and more book ideas.
This is a fun activity to do at a family party.You will need:1 paper stocking for each person1 pencil for each personDirections:1.Cutout and write your name at the top of the stocking.2.Everyone participating sits in a circle.3.Pass the stockings clockwise 1 person,...
This is a fun activity for all ages. You can work individually or in partnerships. Be sure to set a time limit. December-Holiday-Word-ActivityDownload
Leave this out on Christmas Eve for Santa's reindeer. You'll need:Pattern for the antlers & noseblack marker to draw eyesPaper sack (lunch size)Rolled oatsGlitterDirections:1. Color and cut-out antlers, ears, nose & eyes.2. Fill the bottom of the paper sack...