How I did it: At the kids' child care center, they had a Christmas tree with different ornaments that indicated the age and gender of the child and what he/she wanted.  I explained to Cebastian and Isabelle that there are children out there who might not get anything for Christmas, and we should try and give them a toy that they can enjoy.

Each of them picked a child. Cebastian chose a ten-year old boy who wanted a board game, and Isabelle chose an eight-year old girl who wanted a Disney Channel music cd. Yesterday, we headed to the stores to find the items. For the boy, we decided on Battleship.  When I was a little girl, I LOVED that game, and Cebastian does as well, so we thought it was perfect.  We couldn't find the Disney cd for Isabelle's gift, so I got it online. 



    

Lessons & tips: You want to teach children that

• Christmas is not all about receiving materialistic items
• Be in the holiday spirit and give to others who are less fortunate than you
• Be a good person

Resources: The way I was raised.  We weren't raised with a lot, so I think it's made me appreciate what I have and want to instill that in my own kids.

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Dec 07, 01:01PM PST | 0 comments | 7 cheers