Ways to Make Christmas Magical for Kids this Year

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Start by

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ideas to get started

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write a letter to santa

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get outside.

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“Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas perhaps means a little bit more.” ―Dr. Seuss.

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Community activities are a great way to build excitement.

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The Christmas season is also a great chance to remind kids that it’s not all about them and that there’s a special kind of magic in caring for other people, too.

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Slow Down

Merry Christmas!

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Ways to Make Christmas Magical for Kids this Year

Start by

Start by

building anticipation

building anticipation

ideas to get started

write a letter to santa

get outside.

Lights!

Snow!

smores!

“Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas perhaps means a little bit more.” ―Dr. Seuss.

Community activities are a great way to build excitement.

The Christmas season is also a great chance to remind kids that it’s not all about them and that there’s a special kind of magic in caring for other people, too.

Slow Down

One of the hardest parts of making Christmas magic is giving yourself time to slow down and enjoy it.

Merry Christmas!