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Advent Resources for the Whole Family
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items *affiliate links included* Devotionals, calendars, nativities, and other unique resources to enhance your family's advent celebrations. We have either used these or seen them come highly recommended by those we trust.
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Picture Books for Advent
Advent Devotionals
Advent Calendars, Nativities, Etc.
Blogs/Articles/etc.
Spotify Playlists
Picture Books for Advent
So many good advent children's books. I can never pick just one! I'm adding this to our collection this year.
The King of Christmas: Search for Jesus
A sweet look at the birth of Christ through the lense of musical praise.
Sounding Joy: Holcomb, Ellie, Ramos, Laura
This whole series is the best. We and our kids love them all.
The Christmas Promise (Tales That Tell the Truth)
A long and very wordy story but so heartwarming. Could easily split it up over 3+ nights.
The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey
Actually a few different scripture based stories put together in one book to tell the story of the birth of Christ AND the reason we celebrate. Great bright pictures and if read one by one each individual story can be appropriate for little ones. May...
Jesus Came for Me: The True Story of Christmas
From one of my favorite children's book publishers. A cute and fun read with lots of opportunities to use expressive voices to engage kids in the story of Christmas.
A Very Noisy Christmas
Such a cute book. We ordered it on a whim without knowing what it would have and it's become a Christmas favorite.
Mouse's Christmas Gift
Advent Devotionals
A great read aloud with appropriate questions for the whole family
Family Advent Devotional - Bible Study Book
Inclusive of all ages. While we don't use a Jesse Tree we know lots of families who love it.
The Advent Jesse Tree: Devotions for Christmas
I haven't actually used this one but he has amazing art and I have been curious about this one for years. Guessing it would be more appropriate for older kids but maybe not. 🤷🏻♀️
Honest Advent: Awakening to God's Wonder
Used this in 2022 and found it such a great resource for cultivating anticipation in Advent and focusing my heart on Christ.
Good News of Great Joy: 25 Devotional Readings for Advent
NOT ACTUALLY A DEVOTIONAL. 8 brief and wonderful chapters on Christmas. My husband and I both read this one in 2021 and we were big fans. But honestly I have never not loved anything I've read from Keller so not surprised.
Hidden Christmas: Truth Behind Christ's Birth
This is what we plan to use this year! Super excited based on recommendations I've read!
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: A Liturgy for Daily Worship from Advent to Epiphany
We haven't used this since it's not for our age of kiddos but I have it tucked away for when our kids are 7-14ish.
The God of Amazing Gifts: Family Devotions
Really excited for this release and might just have to add it to my advent rhythms this year. 😏
Just as He Promised | Advent Bible Study 2024
LOVE that this devotional is made especially for TEENAGERS. If I had a teen I would definitely be looking into this.
Longing for Christmas: 25 Promises Fulfilled in Jesus, Advent Devotional for Teenagers
Advent Calendars, Nativities, Etc.
A lot of our friends in church have used this the last few years and rave about it. Super cute to be up on a fireplace mantle throughout the season.
Advent Blocks - Traditions Set
Love this as a way to let the kids have a nativity that they can touch and play with and interact with. We have some beautiful and irreplaceable ones that are off limits and this gives us something we can say "yes!" to.
Fisher-Price Little People Christmas Story
If your family uses an Advent wreath and candles then this can be a great touch/friendly choice to have for the kids when they inevitably want to play with the decorative/real one.
Wooden Advent Christmas Wreath
Blogs/Articles/etc.
I really want to do this myself! If you're up for a little art project this is a great way to get a durable and historically accurate nativity scene.
Historically Accurate Nativity Set - We Who Thirst
I generally trust recommendations from TGC and there a lot of overlap between our lists.
New Advent Resources: 75-Song Playlist, Books, and More
I have had this saved on Etsy for years. One day I'm going to do it!
Embroidered Wool Felt Christmas Pattern
Another pricier one but I've had this saved for a while too. I think these would be so special to have as a family heirloom if well made.
Nativity, Angels, Elephant 10 Pattern PDF Bundle
Spotify Playlists
A beautiful playlist to cultivate anticipation in the Advent season.
Advent Waiting - playlist by Be A Heart
An almost eerie and spooky but absolutely lovely Advent playlist
Redeemer Advent & Christmas
A great mix of fun and reverant Advent songs aimed at kids.
Best Kids Christian Christmas Music