As the Holiday season begins, one of the biggest challenges that face parents and nannies alike, is teaching children the true spirit of the holidays. There are many ways to remind them that the holidays are about giving, spending time with loved ones and appreciation of what they have; rather than receiving presents.
· Let the kids help the less fortunate
o Help them organize some of their gently used, outgrown clothes or old toys to give to charity and explain to them that by doing this, they are helping other boys and girls have a happy holiday season!
o Some of our favorite charities in the Philadelphia area include:
- Cradles to Crayons: http://cradlestocrayons.org/philadelphia
- Toys for Tots: http://philadelphia-pa.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/default.asp
- The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP): http://www.chop.edu/service/child-life-education-and-creative-arts-therapy/donations/toy-donations.html
· Have a homemade holiday
o Create arts & crafts projects to make the holiday decorations at home, the kids will be proud to show off their creations to holiday visitors
o Create your very own “secret recipe” along with the kids, for cookies or other holiday treats. This special recipe will give the kids something to look forward to doing year after year.
o Encourage homemade gifts. Remind the kids that things they make will always be more special than anything that can be bought.
· Pick the right movies and songs
o Many holiday movies and songs teach very positive messages about peace, love and helping others, make sure these are the kind your kids are exposed to.
And remember, if you need a sitter for the kids while you do some holiday shopping or attend a holiday party, call us at 610.645.6550 or visit nannyagency.com for more information. For our caregivers, if you have extra time open during the holiday season and want to work temp jobs, let us know your availability!
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