Catholic Crafts and More for Kids
The great thing about the O Antiphons is, they don't start until December 17! That means even if you missed the boat with an Advent wreath or a Jesse tree, you've still got time for this! :-) If you're not familiar with the O Antiphons, or even if you are, I suggest that you read my page all about the O Antiphons before moving on. I want to be very clear that the O Antiphons are not like the … [Read more...]
It's almost St. Lucy day! This is a day that is traditionally celebrated in Sweden. Little girls dress up as St. Lucy in white dresses with red ribbons (that symbolize her purity and her martyrdom) and wreaths with candles in their hair. They serve Santa Lucia saffron buns, a sweet bread, also known "Lussekatter". Also in Sweden, there was a tradition there where boys dressed up as "star boys" in … [Read more...]
Most Catholics are still under the impression that the feast of the Immaculate Conception refers to Jesus being conceived in the womb of Mary. This is incorrect! The phrase "The Immaculate Conception" actually refers to Mary being conceived in the womb of St. Ann- free from sin. I think this misunderstanding comes from the fact that the feast of the Immaculate Conception is usually depicted … [Read more...]
I rarely share and entire post here about just one thing you can buy, but when I do, it's because I've found a real gem, and Classical Kids Christmas is no exception to this rule- this CD is truly enchanting! I haven't seen it as marked especially towards Catholic children, which really surprises me! Not only is it chock full of traditional and religious Christmas songs, but it tells the … [Read more...]
Check out my post on how to celebrate St. Nicholas day here. St. Nicholas Day is coming up on December 6! These crafts can be a fun way to celebrate the day. St. Nicholas can even leave the supplies for the crafts right in your shoes. ;-) This printable St. Nicholas ornament is available in my Advent Saint pack. Here is is on the tree embellished with lots of glitter! This toilet … [Read more...]
I'm challenging myself this year for the Advent/Christmas season. I'm calling it "The Reason For The Season Challenge", and I'm challenging you (that's right, I said YOU) to join me! Christmas seems to be in overdrive! People may as well start saying "Merry Hallow-Thanks-Mas" for as much thought as anyone puts into what the holidays really mean. I'm sure you've all heard the popular phrases … [Read more...]
Let me tell go ahead and say that we have been having a rough month around here. I'm way behind on life (for various reasons), and for the last week or so everyone in my family has had a stomach bug. So yes, I know this post is late, but I've been a little out-of-it. Plus, any of you that have the Advent Christmas Planner have had these calendar stick-ons from the beginning. ;-) You can … [Read more...]
It's become a tradition around our house to get a chocolate St. Nick in our shoe come December 6, and this is easy to accomplish! You can turn pretty much any little Santa toy into St. Nicholas by quickly adding a miter and crozier. Last year, I made St. Nicholas out of chocolate Santas, and also Santa Pez dispensers. You can find all of my resources for celebrating St. Nicholas day … [Read more...]
This Advent, keep your kids focused on the true meaning of the season by celebrating Saint feast days! These Advent Saint ornaments last through the whole Advent season, straight through Christmas and the Epiphany! This set of Advent Saint ornaments will help your kids celebrate Saint feast days through Advent, and keep the season focused on the true meaning... Christ! This is an instant … [Read more...]
It's that time of year! The time of year when what you desperately need are pink and purple candles, but the stores are selling pretty much only red, green, gold, and harvest colors. Great joy. If only you had thought to buy pink and purple candles last Spring... but then again, you think that every year, don't you? Or is it just me? Well this year I am going to show you yet another option for … [Read more...]
