I picked up the "Countdown to Christmas" tree kit at Hobby Lobby for 90% off last year. It is really cute- you put a different ornament on for each day. I glued it to the front of the box. It is great because the extra pieces can easily be stored in the box.
The first day's activity was cinnamon ornaments. I put all in the ingredients for them in the box. The kids were a little confused about what the things were for, but that was part of the fun!
The kids were anxious to make their ornaments. We used this easy recipe-it worked perfectly! The dough was a little dry, but the more that we kneaded it, the easier it was to work with.
She also informed that her candy cane needed stripes. We discovered that tooth picks make great detailing tools.
Josie's finished ornament. She even made me add the little box at the top so it would look "real". The design is entirely of her own making. She is so creative!
Our collection of ornaments. Now we just need a tree to put them on! We are really enjoying the wonderful smell for now. I do think the kids' will enjoy making real cookies, so that activity will probably find its way into the box. They already have started looking for it first thing when they wake up. I am on the lookout for more fun activities and surprises- 22 more days to go!
I LOVE cinnamon ornaments! I am doing the same concept with my kids this year too, I even have a cute box from Hobby Lobby! Great minds think alike:) Maybe after I have done a week or so I will post some of my ideas too. I put cinnamon ornaments in last year, so I am having to be even more creative this year...
ReplyDeleteSo cute. We too do advent calendars and the girls love them. This year I gave them both mini-pre-lit Christmas trees and a starter pack of ornaments for their rooms. Each day they get another ornament, or other surprise, like a tree topper or tree skirt. I'll throw in some candy/toys too, but it's a great idea.
ReplyDeleteI'm loving your idea of an activity every day. How clever!!!
Great job! I am excited about making my students these ornaments this year...I'll tell you how it goes.
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