This video is answering the question of what are the main holidays in the Christian calendar.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it
You learned that Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus and Easter celebrates his resurrection. Christians also observe Lent, a fasting season before Easter.
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Some activities you can do with your child now
- Discuss the significance of Christmas and Easter: Talk to your child about why Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and why Easter is the holiest day for Christians, as it commemorates Jesus' resurrection. - Engage in holiday traditions: Help your child decorate a Christmas tree and exchange gifts, explaining the significance behind these traditions. - Teach about Lent: Explain to your child that Lent is a fasting season observed by Christians for 40 days before Easter, and discuss the importance of this practice. - Explore the story of Jesus: Share the story of Jesus spending 40 days and nights in the desert, highlighting the lessons and teachings from this event.
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Pretend play with your child
GAME: "Christian Calendar Match-Up" Instructions: Play a memory matching game with your child based on the main holidays in the Christian calendar. Create pairs of cards, each representing a different holiday (e.g. Christmas, Easter, Lent). Shuffle the cards and lay them face down. Take turns flipping two cards, trying to find matching pairs. Explain the significance of each holiday as you uncover the matches. Have fun exploring the Christian calendar together!
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1 take away from the video for your child
"Christmas and Easter are important holidays for Christians. Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, while Easter celebrates his resurrection. These holidays teach us about the love and faith in Jesus."