December 13: Away in the Manger
Away in a Manger was first published in the late nineteenth century.
Daily To Do (remember - cuddle up on a blanket, drink hot cocoa, make it snuggly and fun!)
Listen to the carols
Read the story, have a discussion with your child.
Glue the picture on the advent chart. If you are looking for ways to tie in this advent calendar to your school work, go through the following questions for these subjects.
Music – Listen to the different versions of the carol. Honestly, just enjoying the carols is enough for music appreciation.
What was the same about the versions of the song? What was different?
Were any unique instruments used?
What was the tempo? Fast or Slow.
Did they hear any dynamic changes? Quiet to Loud (Piano to Forte)
Which version was your favorite? Take a poll in your family.
Music Selections
(Sing-Along Video) Away in a Manger - Pentatonix
Away in a Manger Swing Catch 22 Music
Phil Wickham - Away in a Manger (Forever Amen)
Read Aloud Book Recommendations
Let it Glo A Winter's Walk by Owen Gildersleeve (A cozy book of Christmas scenes with actual twinkling lights.)