How to Go Christmas Caroling in Romania

In Romania, children often wander around their neighborhoods singing Christmas carols during this special time of year.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Colored Ribbons
• Bells
• Pictures Of Holy Family
• Shiny Notebook Papers
• Poles
• Wood
• Poles

1. Teach your children the words of popular holiday songs and poems.

2. Encourage them to practice singing and reciting the verses prior to the holiday.

3. Remember that the songs have religious overtones and deeper meaning.

4. Explain to your children how the songs convey the idea of connecting with God and overcoming the challenges faced in life. Help them decorate a steaua, or large wooden star with shiny paper; add ribbons and bells, too.

5. Paste a picture of the Holy Family on the center of the star.

6. Expect the leader of the group to carry this on a long wooden pole.

7. Understand that the star is symbolized by the following words of a song that is often sung: "Do you receive the pretty star, Pretty and so bright? It has appeared on the earth, Just like God thought it would be right; And it could be seen on high, Just like we did, in the sky."

Tips & Warnings

• Understand that Romanian Christmas carols are an important part of the country's folklore.
• Make sure your children have a chaperone with them when they go out at night.

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