There is so much commercialization at Christmas time, that it takes a conscientious effort to resist the Santa Claus topics and focus on the religious aspect of the season. I have over 100 Christmas titles for children's literature that are brought out for the month prior to Christmas, and I choose a religious story to read every morning. I also read a child-chosen story, so often the Santa stories are read after all. Following are some photos to show the types of artifacts I bring in to help create an atmosphere for the children to know that we celebrate Christmas because Christ was born...

Advent Wreath

Advent Calendar

Student projects

Hands-on Nativity Scene

Words to use in reading and writing

Food Hamper