Christmas is the happiest time for children since they can get some presents from Santa Claus.All of the children all over the world know the tradition. But how many children know the story of the first Christmas – the night Jesus was born? So tell them some stories about the Christmas and let them embrace the holiness of this season as well.

There are some stories that you can tell:

1. The Angels Foretell Jesus’ Birth:

Tell about God sending the Angel Gabriel to Mary to tell her the Holy Spirit would cover her and she would bare a son and name Him Jesus. Also tell how an angel appeared to Joseph in a dream and told him about the expected birth of Jesus.

2. Jesus is Born:

This is a good place to discuss why Joseph and Mary had to go to Bethlehem and why there was no room in the ‘hotels’. Share how Mary gave birth in the stable and placed the baby Jesus in a manger.

3. The Shepherds:

Share how the angel appeared to the shepherds in the field and told them about the birth of the Savior. This is a beautiful passage to read directly from the Bible to your children.

4. The Three Wise men:

Discuss the three Magi from the east who came baring gifts for the baby Jesus. Depending on the age of your children, you can add the details of King Herod and his plot to kill Jesus to protect his reign as King.

After telling these four lessons, your children will have a better understanding and in-depth knowledge of the true meaning of Christmas.