I asked the Little One for some help in stamping the envelopes with dates/ numbers. It was a nice activity. We practiced counting from 1 to 25 as she pointed to the numbers she helped stamped.
We punched a hole on each envelope and then placed them in a post screw as this will be easy enough to just place in any of my bags. :-)
I plan on filling each of these small envelopes with a bible verse and the corresponding symbol of the Christmas story. Hopefully, the Little One will appreciate each surprise as Christmas day approaches.
I found two wonderful sites ( happyhomefairy.com and justagirlandherblog.com ) where you can download free printable Christmas Story verses!
I shall be hunting down the following things to put inside these small envelopes:
1. Angel Wings/feathers (Luke 1:26-27)
2. Guardian Angel Pin (Luke 1:30)
3. Blank Name Stickers (Luke 1:31)
4. Purple Cloth (Luke 1:32)
5. Heart (Luke1:38/ Luke 2:19)
6. Chocolate Coins (Luke 2:1)
7. Donkey Toy (Luke 2:3)
8. 2 Rings (engagement of Mary and Joseph) (Luke 2:4-5)
9. White Cloth (Luke 2:6)
10. Dry Grass/Leaves (Luke 2:7)
11. Cotton/ Sheep (Luke 2:8)
12. Music Notes (Luke 2:9)
13. Peace Sign (Luke 2:10)
14. Cross Pendant (Luke 2:11)
15. Baby Toy (Luke 2:12)
16. Peace Sign (Luke 2:14)
17. Small Bells (Luke 2:15-18)
18. Chocolate Rocks (Psalm 95:6-7)
19. Crown/Rhinestones (Matthew 2:1)
20. Star (Matthew 2:2)
21. Manger (Matthew 2:11a)
22. 3 Gifts (Matthew 2:11b)
23. Earth Sticker (John 3:16)
24. Happy Face Stickers (2 Corinthians 9:15)
25. "JESUS" Birthday Candle
What do you think of my list? Any suggestions and would you know where I can get them?
Let me know what your Advent Calendar would be like this year too. I would love to hear your ideas as well.
