Christmas Things to Make and Do
Play Books Series
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What’s inside...
A festive activity book to absorb young children as they look forward to the joy of Christmas. With amazing art and craft activities, as well as counting, writing and drawing, there's plenty to keep young children busy at the most magical time of the year.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-5
Length
48 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite Christmas project in the book and why?
How do you think making these crafts brings us closer together during the holiday season?
If you could create your own Christmas craft, what would it look like and what materials would you use?
How do you think each craft in the book represents the spirit of Christmas?
What have you learned about the importance of creativity and sharing through these activities?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, show genuine interest in your child’s responses and encourage them to elaborate on their ideas.
Use the crafts in the book as a hands-on activity you can do together, which can help bring the topics discussed to life.
Relate the crafts and activities to your own family traditions during the holidays to make the conversation more meaningful.
Praise their creativity and efforts in both discussing and making the crafts, fostering a sense of accomplishment and confidence.
Ask your child to teach you or another family member how to do one of the crafts they liked, reinforcing their understanding and skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Innovation
Explanation: The book provides a variety of Christmas-themed crafts that encourage children to use their imagination and unique ideas to create special items.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these creative skills in problem-solving tasks at school or in other artistic endeavors, fostering a sense of innovation from an early age.
Example Lesson: Following Instructions
Explanation: Each project in the book comes with step-by-step instructions that children need to follow to achieve the intended result.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of following directions precisely, a skill that is applicable in academic settings, assembling projects, or cooking.
Example Lesson: Pride in Accomplishment
Explanation: As children complete each craft, they experience the satisfaction of seeing their work come to fruition, which boosts their self-esteem.
Real-World Application: This can motivate children to take on new challenges and feel confident in their abilities to achieve set goals.
Example Lesson: Patience and Perseverance
Explanation: Some crafts may be more challenging and require more time and effort, teaching children the value of patience and persistence.
Real-World Application: Children learn to persist in tasks, despite difficulties or delays, which is essential for achieving long-term objectives in all areas of life.