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A fun and creative activity to do with the whole family is to make Christmas cards for friends and family. They're a way of expressing feelings and sharing the joy of the Christmas season. To ensure you enjoy this moment, here are some ideas and tips on how to do Christmas cards. Get to work!
Colored paper: Cardboard, recycled paper, wrapping paper;
Art materials: Pens, colored pencils, paints, scissors and glue.
Accessories to decorate: Buttons, fabric, thread, stickers, glitter or anything else you can think of;
Here are some ideas to inspire you.
From traditional cards with Christmas symbols to pop-up cards with embossing or photo cards, there are no limits to creativity. Encourage the children to use different techniques such as glueing cut-outs, painting with sponges (or their hands), drawing and painting, among others.
This is also the perfect time to encourage children to write their letter to Santa. The little ones have the opportunity to express their wishes and thoughts.
Take advantage of the materials above and create a personalized letter or use a template (we've shared one with you here).
Encourage them to include drawings, collages and prose or poems, stimulating creative writing. Use colored paper and stickers that have already been used on postcards to create a visual connection between the two activities.
If you have a family with lots of children, create the tradition of sending postcards to Santa Claus. Create a decorated box for the children to put their letters in every year.
Children have a habit of mimicking everything they see, don't they?
So set an example and during the activity, take part in creating the postcards and writing the letter. Make suggestions, of course, but let the children decide what they want to create, promoting confidence and self-expression.
Take the opportunity to talk about the meaning of Christmas, the importance of sharing, gratitude and being with family. Tell Christmas stories that inspire the imagination. This can create a more engaging and meaningful atmosphere.
Here are some suggestions for stories:
1. Lord Scrooge's Christmas;
2. The Grinch who stole Christmas;
3. The Christmas Star and the Three Magi;
4. The Little Match Girl, by Hans Christian Andersen;
5. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
After creating the postcards, ask the children to choose who they want to send them to. This exchange not only promotes the spirit of sharing but also creates a broader connection with friends and family.
Turn this activity into a family tradition. By repeating this practice every year, children will create unforgettable memories and strengthen family ties. These kinds of experiences will become precious moments that will be treasured throughout their lives.
Happy preparations and happy holidays!