Create an Intentional Christmas
I’m excited about Christmas! We have traveled away from home the last two years, but this year we will be home, and we are planning lots of memory making around crafts, service, and family togetherness.
Our new Christmas Guide is full of inspiration for making sweet memories in your family. We include heartwarming literature, nature based crafts, and developmentally appropriate counting and phonics activities to create a Christmas to remember.
Suggested Books:
While most of our Christmas celebrations revolve around making memories together, we will also have a few gifts under the tree. We use the guide, “Something you want, something you need, something to wear, and something to read” to help keep our shopping simple and intentional.
These are a few items we love that fit into this formula.
We’ve also loved experiences and subscriptions for gifts that keep on giving. The last two years we’ve forgone presents in exchange for exciting adventures and this year we are enjoying fun monthly boxes from Kiwi Crate.
Although you will be inundated by opportunities to buy and spend this season, we want you to know that the most wonderful gift you can give your child is yourself. As you read to your child, bake favorite holiday treats, and just hang out, you are building into your child the knowledge that they are a delightful human, and people who feel delighted in, have the confidence to make the world a better place.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What ages is The Peaceful Press Christmas Guide best suited for?
The Christmas Guide is designed with early childhood in mind—typically ages 2–8. However, many families find that older siblings enjoy the stories, crafts, and activities as well.
2. How long does the Christmas Guide take to complete?
Most families enjoy the guide over the month of December, completing a few activities each week. It’s flexible, so you can choose what fits your schedule and family rhythm.
3. Do I need all the suggested books to use the guide?
Not at all! The book list is meant to inspire you, not overwhelm you. You can use what you already own, borrow from the library, or substitute similar titles that your family loves.
4. Are the crafts and activities easy to prep?
Yes! The activities are intentionally simple and use common household or nature-based materials. We want you spending more time making memories with your children, not prepping complicated projects.
5. Can this guide be used alongside my current homeschool curriculum?
Absolutely. The Peaceful Press Christmas Guide pairs easily with any homeschool style. It can be used as your full plan for December or simply woven into your regular routine.
6. Is the guide faith-based?
While many of the suggested books and activities celebrate the beauty and meaning of Christmas, the guide is gentle and inclusive. Families can easily adapt it to reflect their personal traditions and beliefs.
7. Will the activities work for multiple ages?
Yes. The crafts, recipes, and reading suggestions can be enjoyed by young children and older siblings alike. Many families use the guide with toddlers through early elementary.
8. Do I need to buy additional supplies?
Most activities rely on simple craft items you may already have at home. Any optional supplies are listed ahead of time so you can prepare without stress.
9. Can I reuse the guide each year?
Definitely! Many families return to the Christmas Guide year after year. Because the activities are timeless and the book list is rich with classics, it’s easy to make new memories each season.
10. Are there digital or printed versions available?
Yes, the guide is available as a digital download. You can print it at home or use it digitally. Some years The Peaceful Press also offers limited printed editions—check the shop for current availability.
11. Will this help us create meaningful traditions even if we’re busy?
Absolutely. The guide is designed to lighten the pressure of the season, giving you simple, meaningful ways to connect—whether you have a whole afternoon or just ten minutes before bedtime.
12. Can this guide help with gift planning too?
Yes! The “want, need, wear, read” gift formula included in the post helps keep Christmas shopping intentional and manageable, giving you more space for presence, peace, and memory making.