Looking for a cozy activity to share with your kids this holiday season? How about turning storytime into a festive adventure? It’s a wonderful way to encourage a love of reading while enjoying some quality family time. Plus, you can all get comfy in your favorite matching crewnecks from our collection (think Wonderful Time or Santa Baby). Let’s dive into how to make this storytime special!
1. Choose Your Holiday Books
Start by selecting a few holiday-themed books that your kids will love. Here are some classic options:
The Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! by Dr. Seuss
The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg
Dream Snow by Eric Carle
Make it a fun family affair by having the kids pick their favorites, too!
2. Create a Cozy Reading Space
Next, set up a cozy reading nook. Grab a pile of blankets and pillows and create a comfy spot in your living room or wherever you can settle in together. Make it feel festive with some holiday lights or decorations to set the mood. Of course, everyone should be in their matching holiday gear—nothing like reading in a cute Candy Cane crewneck!
3. Add a Little Extra Fun
To make the experience even more special, try incorporating some props or activities that go along with the stories. For example:
For The Polar Express, serve hot cocoa in festive mugs.
While reading How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, make some simple Grinch-themed snacks (think green fruit or mini cupcakes with green frosting).
For The Night Before Christmas, wear pajamas or cozy socks, and maybe even leave out cookies for Santa afterward!
4. Wrap Up with a Craft
After storytime, keep the fun going with a simple holiday-themed craft related to one of the books. For instance, you could make paper plate Santas after reading The Night Before Christmas or create some Grinch masks after reading How the Grinch Stole Christmas! This adds another layer of creativity to the day.
5. Share Your Favorite Moments
End the day by discussing everyone’s favorite stories and moments from the adventure. You can even take some cute photos of the kids in their matching Scandi-inspired gingerbread house crewnecks while they share their thoughts—perfect for those holiday cards!
This holiday storytime adventure is a fun, cozy way to spend time with your kids, sparking their imaginations and creating lasting memories.
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