The season of Advent is probably my favorite time of year in the classroom. I love slowing down with my students to talk about the birth of Jesus Christ and share the true meaning of Christmas. In my kindergarten classroom, we talk about Baby Jesus so much more than we share … [Read more...]
A Christ-Filled Classroom Holiday Season
I love celebrating the Christmas season in my kindergarten classroom. Yes, the kids are wound up and excited, but it is such a joyful time of year. We talk about Santa, elves, and most importantly - Jesus. As a Catholic educator, Advent is one of my favorite seasons in the … [Read more...]
Classroom Advent Ideas (and a Freebie!)
Many classrooms in Catholic/Christian celebrate the season of Advent in anticipation of the birth of Christ. I always have an Advent wreath on display in my own room and I incorporate it into my daily prayer. Over the years I have used several different kinds of Advent wreaths, … [Read more...]
Advent Window Decorations and Freebies!
Today is the First Sunday of Advent and the countdown to Christmas has officially begun! This week my kinders created "stained glass" window decorations with tissue paper and contact paper in preparation for Christmas. This is a simple and quick project that adds instant "pop" … [Read more...]
