7 Ways to Teach Your Kids the True Meaning of Christmas

When my son told me, "Mom, did you know the word 'Christ' is in Christmas?" last Sunday after church, I realized we had a situation. Hey, I'm down with celebrating jolly old Saint Nick and the presents he brings my kids in spite of their questionable behavior, but it seemed as though our family lost sight of the real reason for the season. Whether your family is religious or not, we can all take this holiday season to reflect, give thanks, and remember the importance of family. Take a look at 7 ways my family is choosing to remember that Christmas isn't just about the presents: - By Lori Garcia

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  1. Create a garland of gratitude
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  3. Go homemade
  4. Revisit Christmases past
  5. Tradition!
  6. Adopt a family in need
  7. All I want for Christmas is you

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  1. Create a garland of gratitude
  2. Holiday cards
  3. Go homemade
  4. Revisit Christmases past
  5. Tradition!
  6. Adopt a family in need
  7. All I want for Christmas is you