This calendar was inspired by the activities and suggestions offered on Still Learning Something New’s December Special Days Calendar.
These activities are for the week of December 23 – 31,
but can be enjoyed any time of the season!
December 23
🎅A Visit From St. Nicholas First Released 1823 – Learn about the history of Santa Claus, do a fun craft, and watch the cartoon version of A Visit From St. Nicholas. Read the poem online too.
December 24
🎅🤶Christmas Eve – Wishing you and your family A Very Merry Christmas. Have fun with family and friend.
Egg Nog Day – Make your own kid-friendly egg nog with this video recipe.
December 25
🎄Christmas Day – Merry Christmas!
Pumpkin Pie Day – Make pumpkin pie right in a pumpkin shell.
Washington crossed the Delaware River 1776 – Listen to the story of Washington Crossing the Delaware River.
December 26
Candy Cane Day – Learn about the history of the candy cane. There are a lot of different flavors available today purchase a few different flavors and video record yourself reviewing them.
Thank You Note Day – Take some time to thank the people who thought about you and your family during the holiday season.
December 27
Fruit Cake Day – Learn the history of the fruit cake and make a Victorian Christmas cake of your own.
❆Make Cut Out Snowflakes Day – Have a snowflake day! Learn about snowflakes, make some fun treats and crafts, and cut your own snowflakes.
December 28
🍬Chocolate Day – Make your own hot cocoa mix, chocolate lip balm, an old fashion chocolate egg cream, learn about the history of chocolate, and other fun chocolate items.
⏰December 29
Tick Tock Day – Have any last minute business that needs to get done this year? Time is almost up!
December 30
◁MYO Coloring Book – Make and design your own coloring books using geometric shapes.
December 31
🎉New Years Eve – Happy New Year! Wishing you and your family a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year!
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Awesome activities! Thanks!