These are cool/unique advent calendars I’ve found, along with different ways you could use them! We like to focus on the entire story of the Bible with our family, starting from the very beginning. This gives context on WHY the birth of Jesus was so ...
Hide the Scripture you’ll be reading that night in each stocking - and maybe a little gift/candy to go with it ☺️
Terrain Advent Stocking Garland
Could burn a numbered layer down each night leading to Christmas as you focus on a different part of the Scripture
Terrain Striped Advent Pillar Candle
An amazing resource for kids (and adults too, honestly) that explains things simply and kid-friendly!
Jesse Tree Ornaments + Cards Set
This could be cool to have prompts in each pocket that has different things to pray for that day!
Embroidered Hanging Advent Calendar - Nativity
You move the star block down the line (to symbolize Jesus’s birth getting closer) and at the end, you turn the blocks to reveal the message: “Emmanuel, God With Us”
Advent Blocks - Traditions Set
Keep it simple with a lift-the-flap book - super easy to bring out and remember to do right before bedtime!
The Biggest Story Advent: 25 Lift-The-Flap Devotions for Families, (Board Book)
A devotional is a great way to practice pausing and reflecting throughout the Christmas season. John Piper’s is available here for free in a PDF form! You can also purchase a physical copy through this link.
Good News of Great Joy Devotional
An advent activity that teaches how important giving/serving can be, and points us to Jesus! Place a piece of straw in the manger each time you do something for someone else, filling the bed that baby Jesus will lay on.
