We're parents.
And with Christmas being such a prominent holiday in our homes, we wanted to instill in our children a simple - but sometimes difficult to remember - idea: there's absolutely nothing inherently wrong with wanting things for yourself, but being a blessing for those around you is equally important.
Many stories and traditions emphasize to children that they should be good for the primary purpose of getting something - such as presents - in return. When discussing the early concept of this story, we set out to craft a tale that would get children excited about giving back to their families and communities - in addition to also acknowledging the joy that comes with receiving gifts themselves.
The Carol of the Coin is a beautifully illustrated children's book that conveys this concept while explaining the origins of The Christmas Coin.
Each day leading up to Christmas, children will spin The Christmas Coin to see if it will be a "Make A Wish!" day or a "Be The Wish!" day. If it lands on "Make A Wish!", your child is encouraged to think about a wish they want to make for themselves for Christmas. If it lands on "Be The Wish!", your child is encouraged to spend time thinking about how they can be a blessing to someone in their community.
We believe The Carol of the Coin is a story that's accessible to all ages, from the very young to the young at heart.
PIXL