December 24, 2022 Issue, Page 10 of 10

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10 - The Elk City News Merry Christmas December 24, 2022 Simple ways to involve kids in holiday decorating Millions of people across the globe feel that place the various ornaments on it might make the holiday season is a magical time of year. the season even more special for youngsters. Eve special for kids Though those people come from all walks of + Take kids along when choosing lawn orna- life, it’s likely that no group is as taken by the ments. It's not safe to involve children when in- unique spirit of the holiday season as much as stalling lighting displays, but kids will get a kick children. out of choosing inflatable lawn decorations and Christmas Eve is viewed differ- celebrate the birth of Christ Christmas)” is a great way to Whether they're looking forward to Santa's ar- other items to place around the yard. Take kids ently by different people, even when the calendar switches set the Christmas Eve mood. rival or preparing for a school holiday pageant, along when buying new items and then seek those who live under the same over to December 25. While it Make a batch of ‘reindeer dust’ kids have much to be excited about come De- their input when placing Frosty, Santa and his Santa-ready roof. Adults may does make for a late night, it Why should Santa's reindeer cember. Parents can channel that enthusiasm reindeer friends around the yard. see Christmas Eve as crunch can be thought-provoking for be left out when it comes to re- by involving kids when decorating around the + Indude kids in culinary decor. Many cele- time when they must prepare kids and a unique experience ceiving treats? Reindeer dust, house this holiday season. brants cannot imagine a holiday season with- + Make homemade ornaments. The options are out gingerbread houses and cookies. These food for the next day or set up unlike any other. made from a combination limitless when making holiday ornaments with traditions provide another great opportunity presents for their children to Bake fresh cookies of oatmeal, rice cereal, dried children. From simple ornaments made from to involve children in holiday decorating. Set open in the morning. Children, Children like to leave out a fruits, and glitter (if desired), pine cones picked up outside to more complex aside some time to make homemade ginger- on the other hand, are focused plate of cookies and a glass is purported to attract Santa’s projects designed for children nearing adoles- bread houses, which can be used as decorations on Santa's visit and little else. of milk for Santa. That makes reindeer and provide them a cence, parents can look to the internet to find before they're ultimately eaten. Cookies may Parents naturally want to make Christmas Eve a perfect time nibble at the same time. Plus, design ideas and directions for hundreds of or- not have the shelf life of a typical gingerbread Christmastime as special as to whip up a fresh batch of it’s generally safe for other ani- naments. house, but kids can pitch in and decorate cook- possible for their children, and cookies. Explore different reci- mals in the yard to eat. + Let kids lead the way when decorating the ies prior to a holiday party or family meal. that may involve ensuring that pes to come up with a unique Go caroling tree. Families that celebrate Christmas can let ‘he spirit of the holiday season can be seen on Christmas Eve is just as memo- offering each year. Caroling may not be the norm, kids lead the way when decorating their Christ- the faces of children each December. Inviting rable as Christmas Day. The Read a Christmas story but some families may want to mas tree. Kids are likely to spend the weeks kids to pitch in when decorating for the holi- following are some ways to im- Watching television or look- revive it. Close-knit communi- leading up to Santa’s arrival gazing in awe at days can make the season even more special for part more magic into Christ- ing at a tablet or mobile phone ties can organize family-cen- the tree, and knowing they decided where to its youngest celebrants. mas Eve celebrations. before bed can be too stimulat- tric caroling opportunities and ‘Attend Mass at midnight Practicing Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on ing when it's time for children to wind down for bed. Choose a holiday tale or tales that can roam the cul-de-sacs and other pedestrian-friendly areas sing- ing popular songs. Nathing Says Christmas Like A Gift From Oamnons Christmas. On Christmas Eve, be read as a Christmas Eve Christmas Eve is a great time churches often hold celebra- bedtime story. 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