Visits & grandparents
Agree on arrivals, departures and presents. Ideas for Christmas with grandparents or a visit involving several households.
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Christmas day & family plans
Away for Christmas? A simple plan for Father Christmas
A stocking can travel to a cottage or Grandma’s house. The larger presents can wait at home.
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Nochebuena and Father Christmas in a British family
A Spanish-speaking family gathering on the 24th can sit alongside British Christmas morning habits.
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“That’s the road to Grandma’s!” A map for curious children.
One familiar river, bridge or road can make a map interesting to a child. Choose a place they know and let it lead to a conversation about a journey you have actually made.
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“One more game!” Leaving Grandma’s without another promise
Your child is halfway through a matching game with Grandma. They want another round, but you need to get home for dinner. Give the game a clear ending before the coats come out, then help your child through the goodbye.
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