My husband and I adore the holiday season. Having a sweet toddler around makes this time of year even more special. We want to build beautiful memories for our daughter. We would also love for her to carry on some traditions. For help with some creative traditions, I turned to Pinterest. Here are some unique Christmas traditions that we are going to start this year.
1. Hot Cocoa Bar!
What kid doesn’t like Hot Cocoa? The rich, smooth aroma of warm chocolate gets me every time. Add some white fluffy marshmallows and I’m in heaven.
Here are some items you can include in your very own Hot Cocoa Bar:
Crushed Candy Cane
Chocolate Chips
Peanut Butter Chips
Marshmallows
Andes Mint Chips
Ice Cream
Cool Whip
This is one of my favorite traditions that I’m looking forward to starting.
Every kid loves to open an early Christmas present! Build up excitement by telling your kiddos that they get to open up THIS box on Christmas Eve. Fill the box with pjs, movies, popcorn, etc. Basically everything you need to enjoy a cozy family Christmas Eve.
3. The Kindness Elf
I’m sorry, but the elf on a shelf thing annoys me (and scares me a little). The holidays is a time of year that people should be doing everything they can to help others. It is a great time to teach your little ones the true meaning of giving. The Kindness Elf is the perfect way to show your little ones how special giving to others is.
The Elf delivers notes on how to help someone that day. For example, bake cookies for the neighbors, make cards for those in the hospital, donate toys. For more ideas, visit this link.
4. Tex Mex Dinner
This little tradition was started last year in our own home. Instead of spending hours in the kitchen with a “Thanksgiving-repeat” meal, make a simple, yet scrumptious Tex Mex meal. Most items can be made in the crock pot or within minutes. Look up some great ideas by clicking this link. So get out of the kitchen on Christmas and go spend time with your family!
5. Picture Ornament
How many wonderful memories have you made this year? Pick a few of your favorite pictures and create ornaments. Add more memories each year and soon you will have a tree full of your family memories. Check out this link on creative ways to create ornaments.
Awesome! With all this ideas we could start a new tradition in the family. I’m pretty sure kids will love it. Merry Christmas!