Advent E-Book
Celebrating The Season: An Advent Study is a walk through scripture that begins with the fall of man in the Garden of Eden and ends with the birth of our Savior. This study is a perfect way for children and adults alike to focus their hearts on the true meaning of the Christmas season. The book includes 25 Days, each with a scripture passage, printable ornament, discussion focus, and activities outlined by age. There is a short supply list detailing the items you will need to gather ahead of time for the study as well as a resources list at the end. It is my hope in writing this that your family will gain a better understanding of why Jesus came to the earth as a tiny baby in a manger and how that applies to your life today in a relevant way; anticipating His birth and making special family memories along the way!
Here’s what those who have read it are saying:
“This is great! I can’t wait to use it!!” ~ Amy, homeschooling mother of 3
“It’s absolutley phenomenal! A great work of God’s creativity and love!” ~ Lacey, homeschooling mom and blogger at The Well Traveled Day
A Sample Day:
Day 13 – A SHEPHERD OF THE PEOPLE
Read: 1 Samuel 16: 11-13 (full story – 1 Samuel 16, 17 and 2 Samuel 7:1-17)
Symbol/Ornament: Crook and Sheep or Harp
Focus: The harp or the sheep and crook are a symbol for the Good Shepherd, Jesus, who will lay down His life for others. David was just a young shepherd boy when God chose him to be King, but he did not actually take the throne until he was thirty years old. God chose David because he was a good shepherd, and because his heart was focused on the Lord, so God trusted him to take care of His people.
Activity:
- Color the Harp or Crook and Sheep.
- Place it on the Jesse Tree.
As a Family: All humans are God’s people even if they do not believe in Him or go to church. God cares deeply about each one of His people. Go for a drive through your neighborhood looking at Christmas lights. Pause in front of each house and pray for the family inside. Even if you don’t know them, God does. Alternately, you could do the same activity with Christmas Cards you have received.
Young Children: Read The Little Drummer Boy by Ezra Jack Keats
Older Children/Teens: Think about your role as a big brother or sister or older cousin or friend. How can you be a protector of those younger than you? Journal about it.
Adults: You are a sheep to the Good Shepherd and a shepherd to your sheep or your children. Pray with your spouse for each one of your children by name.
Pray: Lord, thank you for watching over us and protecting us. Amen.
You can download the entire book for your family to use this Christmas Season for $5.
It is my heart that anyone and everyone who wants a copy of my book will get it. If for ANY reason you cannot pay for a download, simply send an email to me saying, “I would like a copy of your Advent book.” No explanation needed. I will happily send you a copy.
Praying this blesses you!
Maggie- I am an old friend of Ryan’s (used to go to Timberlakes B.C. together) and I found your blog through his post of Facebook. I love your Advent E-book! I have been looking for a long time for something that is in-depth, but adaptable for children. This looks like just the thing! I’m sure it was a lot of work…thank you for investing the time to help teach others. Kellie
Thank you Kellie!! I hope it blesses your family!
Wonderful Maggie, Sooo proud of you
Thank you!!
I look forward to using it with my children!!
I would love to hear what they think as you go along!
Your Advent Book looks wonderful, Maggie! Here’s the post where I have a link to it: http://livingmontessorinow.com/2010/11/26/december-family-and-homeschool-activities/
Printing and cutting out our Jesse Tree Ornaments today! We are going to start this year with a paper 3D tree, and expand to a table top fake tree next year (with hopefully a start of the collection of real ornaments). Thanks so much for your love, dedication and obedience. You are a treasure!
I love you! Thank you for all your support! I’m so blessed to have you!
Getting ready today to start this wonderful season! Just printed up the ornaments and my daughter is coloring them today! I’ve never done this before … it should be a wonderful journey for the whole family!
Blessings!
Thank you Carol! Come back and share as you go along! I can’t wait to hear!
Just ordered your book!! Looking forward to sharing it with my family! Blessings to you and yours!
Thank you!! I hope you enjoy it!
Sorry to bother you with this on a Sunday, but how and where do I get the E-book? I did not receive a link or forward to a download page upon purchasing. Thank you in advance for any help you can offer!
I’m so sorry! It should have sent you right to the download?? I did receive your payment. If you can email me at mebokros@gmail.com I will send you a link.
I just found you via a Google search — very glad I did! I’ll be back to purchase this book later on today! Have a blessed week!
Hi Rebecca! So glad we connected! See you later then
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Thank you for sharing my Advent Book Deb! Lots of great resources you have compiled!