What is Christmas?
Christmas is a happy day many families celebrate. Some people celebrate because it is Jesus' birthday. Many people also celebrate with a big tree, bright lights, songs, and special treats. Santa Claus is a friendly man in a red suit who brings presents for children in many stories.
Things you might see
- A Christmas tree with lights and decorations
- Stockings hung by the fireplace
- Santa and his reindeer in decorations and stories
- Gifts wrapped in colorful paper
- People singing cheerful songs
How to enjoy Christmas (easy steps)
- Look at the lights. Count the sparkly bulbs together.
- Decorate: help hang a safe ornament on the tree with an adult.
- Sing a short song together (see one below).
- Make a drawing or card for someone you love.
- Read a short Christmas story with a grown-up before bed.
Simple craft: Paper ornament
Materials: paper, crayons, child-safe scissors, tape or glue, string, and an adult to help.
- Fold a paper in half and draw a big shape (circle or star).
- Ask an adult to cut it out.
- Color and decorate the cut-out with crayons or stickers.
- Make a small hole with an adult and put a string to hang on the tree.
Safety tips for grown-ups
- Keep small decorations out of reach of very young children.
- Only use child-safe scissors and supervise cutting and gluing.
- Turn off tree lights when no one is watching or sleeping.
- Check for food allergies before sharing cookies or treats.
A short Christmas song (sing slowly)
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way!
Oh what fun to ride and sing on a sleigh today!
Have fun, sing loud, and enjoy cozy time with family!