Christmas

One of the things that many parents find difficult during the holidays is trying to do Christmas shopping when they have no one to watch the children. The last thing that you want to do is to...

Santa Claus is a very important person for children across the world. Santa represents so many things including hope, kindness, and believing in something we can not see. To celebrate Christmas...

Handcrafted Christmas decorations made by children are always treasured keepsakes. We all have those dog bone ornaments on our tree that our kids or grandkids made in Scouts! We love to have...

It's probably a little different for each family, but when St. Nick visits our house, he fills the kids' stockings with candy and little gifts. My dad once told me that he would get a banana in...

Christmas is one of the most beautiful and special times of the year when family and friends gather together to spend time with one another, as they prepare for the holiday season. This is a time...

Children tend to create many fiction stories and myths for themselves and they strongly believe in them. Santa is one such character whom children believe to give presents to them on Christmas....

The holidays are a magical time of year, especially for a child. Starting a Christmas tradition will provide you and your family with happy memories to last a lifetime. The elf calendar is a fun...

Homemade presents that come from the heart are the most treasured gifts of all. Help your child make her own Christmas gifts this year using basic materials found around the house or at the art...

The holidays can be a dangerous time to the year for children. Child safety should be made a priority to ensure that the holidays are fun and festive for everyone without any nasty surprises....

How to find a Santa for your child to see this Christmas

I love Christmas and all the trimmings that come along with the holidays - and now that I'm a mom, I enjoy sharing the season fun with my little one. This year, why not make your own special...

Christmas is a special time of year, especially for children. Unfortunately there are too many kids who will wake up with nothing under the tree from Santa. Sharing the magic of this holiday...

Want to know how to pick a gift for your child that is 1-3? Here is some help, and some gift ideas.

Create a perfect holiday card with a special greeting spelled out. Anyone with children knows how hard it is to get each child to smile in the same picture. Create a beautiful card with each...

Every parent knows the day will arrive when junior will no longer believe in Santa Claus. We want to hold on to that magical childhood moment for not only the children but for us as well. Here are...

Christmas, that time of year again. We all know Christmas is for children, the looks on their faces knowing Santa is coming to visit them and leave them what they have dreamed for all year. This...

There comes a time in every parent's life when a child asks the dreaded question, "Is there really a Santa Claus?" Crossing that line from fantasy to reality can be tough for a child....

Santa Claus is coming to town! Writing a letter to Santa Claus is a rite of passage for many children. Teaching your child how to write a letter to Santa Claus is a way to open up a discussion...

Christmas is coming, are you prepared? If you need ideas on how to create fun kids' activities to a Christmas dinner either follow this guide or simply visit the link provided below. This how to...

Stockings are perhaps one of the most ubiquitous symbols of Christmas- and certainly one of the most loved! While your child eagerly looks forward to unstuffing their treasures, you know that it...

Memories of Christmases past, when you received your first bike or first doll; these are indelibly etched memories. But the simplest gestures were also cherished. Cookies that your mom baked, or...

One of the best experiences that you can enjoy this holiday season is being able to write a letter to Santa with your toddler. It is a tradition that will warm the heart and grow into something...

What parent doesn't complain the day after Christmas while you're picking up broken pieces of toys swearing next year will be different. Vowing to only purchase a few quality items that will last...

Christmas has always warmed the hearts of many people and in the midst of all the crazy busyness there is something special about that holiday. Christmas comes on the calendar once a year but it...

Let Santa send a letter to your children that teaches the real meaning of Christmas. Christmas can be a tough time in the current economic climate. No matter what your religious or spiritual...

Everyone remembers Christmas Eve when they were kids. Staying up late waiting to hear Santa's sleigh bells. Waking up before the sun and diving into a pile of gifts. We want the same experiences...

Participating in Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child project is one of the highlights of my Christmas season. Over the years millions of children around the world have received gifts...

A teacher is a very important person in the life of all children, and extremely crucial for those who have special needs. Unlike teachers who teach prescribed courses and syllabi, special needs...

The best Christmas gift for a toddler is--not surprisingly--a toy or a book. Since there are so many picture books and toys for toddlers and preschoolers on the market, coming up with fun and...

During the month of December, Christmas parties and celebrations abound. If you have children, give them something enjoyable and entertaining to do while attending a party with a mix of adults and...

Giving a Christmas gift to a teacher is a great way to show how much you and your child appreciate his hard work. But finding the right gift, especially for a male teacher, can be challenging....

This inexpensive Christmas gift will be a hit not only with teachers, but with neighbors, friends and family. Potting an Amaryllis bulb in a decorated flower pot and then watching it bloom not...

Christmas is a festive time of year and a great time for a party. If your child is having a party, you will want to have a few games to help the kids have a good time. Purchase a few small items...

I made this Hand Print Glass Christmas Ornament with my son when he was five years old. It looks really pretty hanging on my Christmas tree every year. It's easy to make and does not take a long time.

One of the miracles at Christmas time is watching a toddler feeling really special and seeing "that look" of wonderment in their eyes. Here is one way to make that happen.

Christmas is a joyful time of year! It's made much more magical when viewed through the eyes of a child. One of the greatest joys of parenthood is watching your children on Christmas morning. Once...

Bypass the usual Christmas gift for your child this year and instead go for shock and awe. An over-the-top Christmas gift doesn't have to cost a lot of money but requires you to do a little...

To celebrate a child's eighth Christmas, tie the number eight into holiday gifts. For example, buy a children's CD with eight tracks or an ornament that commemorates the eighth Christmas....

Every year new toys come out for Christmas. Each year the toys get a little more expensive and it seems they put a limited supply out of the hot toys. Many parents think the best Christmas Present...

A 2-year-old is full of energy and a love of life. Their minds are also growing at an extremely rapid pace and their vocabulary is being formed and developed. Two-year-olds like to do things...

It's easy for kids to feel overwhelmed during the holiday season. All the holiday anticipation can make kids hyperactive and anxious. This year, bring scampering feet to a halt by offering fun...

If you are teaching second grade or having a holiday party for your own second-grader, you will need to come up with several easy activities. You do not have to spend a lot of money to help kids...

Instead of buying a present and putting it under the tree for kids to give to parents, let them make something that is unique and special this holiday season. It will mean more to mom and dad to...

Christmas can be the most wonderful time of the year, especially for children. Colored lights, sparkling trees and the prospect of opening presents can transform even the most sedate child into a...

Creating a homemade gift for Dad has the personal touch store-bought gifts lack. Help children make their gifts to Dad. Not only with they have fun making the gifts, but they will also enjoy...

Giving gifts at Christmas is fun, and if you're a kid, it can be very special to make a present for a parent. Help a child make a creative and thoughtful present such as a decorated picture frame,...

Purchasing gifts for kids doesn't have to be daunting. There are a lot of great ideas for kids, no matter their age. Choosing gifts that suit a child's personality is key to giving a gift that...

Children like to make gifts and contribute to holiday gift giving. Finding gifts for children to make can be a great way to support children in this goal.

Every child loves writing Santa a letter in hopes of getting exactly what they want for Christmas. It's even better is when Santa Claus replies, expressing his desire to fulfill their wishes....

Taking family photos is a love/hate occasion, you hate paying the high mall prices and trying to get your kids to stay still and smile, you love the results of having great picture memories for...