December is the month for giving and receiving gifts and our favorites are the ones that come from the heart or create experiences your family will never forget. Let’s make this month not only the month of physical gifts, but the month of random acts of kindness. At this time, we need it more than ever and let’s work on paving the way to bring in the New Year with peace, love, and happiness.
December 3 - National Roof over Your Head Day
- This holiday reminds us to be thankful for a very basic need that many of us take for granted, the roof over our heads. What a great start to the month of giving by finding a local homeless shelter and volunteer, contribute, or cook a meal. Contact a shelter - they will have countless ways you can help. Publishers: Insert list of local shelters here.
December 5 - Bathtub Party Day
- Grab your rubber duckie and treat yourself to a relaxing spa day in your own tub. Check out these crafty kids who make their own bath bombs. Great craft to do with the kids and a great way to have some fun in the tub. Everyone loves homemade gifts so this is a great opportunity to make a huge batch and wrap them up.
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December 6 - Put on your own Shoes Day
- When you have small children and they learn to dress themselves and put on their shoes it’s a huge moment. It gives you a little freedom and kids love the feeling of independence. Here’s a simple way to Teach Your Children To Tie Their Shoes In Less Than A Minute.
- Celebrate the day with a cute Tie Dye Shoes project.
December 9 - Christmas Card Day
- How many times have you realized the week before Christmas that you forgot to take a family photo and get Christmas cards made? Now you won’t miss it because there’s a special day to remind you. If you’re taking pictures of your family here are 5 Tips From a Pro: How to Take Good Pictures of Your Kids and if you get lots of pictures here is an idea of What To Do With All Those Christmas Cards.
December 10 - Chanukah
- The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah (or Chanukah) is also known as the Festival of Lights. This eight-day celebration commemorates the victory of the Maccabees, a group of Jewish fighters seeking to reclaim their land, the Holy Temple and their victory over the Syrian Greek Empire. You can read more about this holiday on the Chabad website and we’ve provided you with lots of fun ways to celebrate with your family.
December 12 - Poinsettia Day
Photo by Primal Felines on Unsplash
This day commemorates the death of Joel Roberts Poinsetta who found this beautiful plant in Mexico and brought it to America. In Mexico, it's called La Flor de la Nochebuena (Flower of the Holy Night) and was used to celebrate Christmas. Gracias por esta hermosa y festiva planta.
December 16 - National Chocolate Covered Anything Day
- Chocolate covered strawberries, bananas, apples, sweet potato chips, cookies, citrus, really chocolate covered anything is delicious except chocolate covered ants. Those are just gross. If you’re a chocolate lover like I am, here are some more ideas.
December 19 - Look for an Evergreen Day
- There’s nothing like the smell of a fresh Christmas tree. Here are some tips:
- Make sure you choose a healthy Christmas tree
- Trim the trunk
- Just like people make sure it’s hydrated
- Check the water level daily
December 20 - Go Caroling Day
- Little Drummer Boy, Silent Night, O Come All Ye Faithful, 12 Days of Christmas, Do You Hear What I Hear? These are some of the Christmas classics listed on the New York Public Library’s Top 18 Most Popular Carols list. Caroling is usually seen in movies but this year caroling with your family can be a fun and socially distant way to bring joy and the holiday spirit to your neighbors.
December 21 - Crossword Puzzle Day
- Crossword puzzles have been around since the early 1900s and they’re not only fun but can benefit you and your family. It improves your vocabulary, reduces stress, improves mental health and helps both people suffering from Dementia and Alzheimer’s and may help you to avoid these diseases. You can buy books, go online and everyone can get involved - great for kids and adults. Do one as a family and then post it on your social media using the hashtag #CrosswordPuzzleDay.
December 25 - Christmas Day
Macaroni Kid Lafayette wishes you a very Merry Christmas to all those who celebrate.
- Pinwheel Wrap Christmas Tree
- Free Christmas Printable
- 7 Ideas for Where to Hide Gifts
- Free Christmas Elf Printables
- Easy Christmas Kix Krispy Treats
- Christmas 5 Senses Book
- 18 Watch-at-Home Classic Christmas Movies
- Lazy Mom Christmas Cookies
December 27 - Make Cut Out Snowflakes Day
- Snowflakes have a six sided shape but each one is different and unique. Just like our snowflake crafts below.
December 31 - New Year's Eve
- Macaroni Kid Lafayette wishes you a very Happy New Year.
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