ClassX Video Lessons Youtube Channel Awnie's House ???? Kids Book Read Aloud: SEEING CHRISTMAS (Reminds us of Jesus) by Karen Stacy and Joel Schoon-Tanis
Hello, my reading friends! I’m Ani, and I’m so happy you’re here to read with me. Today, we have a special story about Christmas. Are you ready to see what Christmas is all about?
At Christmas time, there are many wonderful things to see. Let’s explore them together as we read “Seeing Christmas” by Karen Stacy, with pictures by Joel Schoon Tanis.
The Christmas tree is full of shiny ornaments and happy memories. It brings us so much joy!
We love toys! We can’t wait to open them and play all day. The gifts are wrapped so nicely, and they make us feel excited!
The lights on the tree sparkle and shine, making everything look so beautiful.
Our family is together, no matter how far apart we are or how the weather is. Being with family is the best!
The food tastes so good! We are lucky to have such delicious meals to enjoy.
The little village is all lit up and covered in snow. It looks like a magical winter wonderland!
We hang our stockings and fill them with sweet little gifts. They are small but mean a lot to us.
But wait, is this what Christmas is all about? Some people say no, but I want to say: Yes, it is! And here’s why:
So you see, Jesus is everywhere at Christmas. If you look closely, you will find Him in all these special things.
Did you notice how the pictures in the story started small and then got bigger? Sometimes, seeing the bigger picture helps us understand things better.
Now, let’s say hello to some of our friends around the world:
Hello, my good friends! I’m so happy that no matter where in the world we live, we can still read together. I hope you enjoyed our story today. Merry Christmas!
Christmas Tree Ornament Creation: Let’s make our own Christmas tree ornaments! Gather some colorful paper, scissors, glue, and any decorations you like (like stickers or glitter). Create a shape you love, like a star or a heart, and decorate it. While you work, think about what makes your Christmas tree special and how it reminds you of love and memories. Share your ornament with your family and tell them why it’s special to you.
Light Exploration Walk: Take a walk with your family around your neighborhood to see the Christmas lights. As you look at the twinkling lights, think about how they make you feel. Do they remind you of something special? Talk with your family about how the lights remind you of the happiness and brightness in your heart, just like the story says Jesus shines in our hearts.
Family Story Time: Gather with your family and share stories about your favorite Christmas memories. Each person can share a story about a time they felt joy, love, or kindness during Christmas. As you listen, think about how these stories show the love and patience of being together, just like the story says our family shows us the love of Jesus.
Here’s a sanitized version of the transcript:
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Hello, my reading friends! It’s Ani. Thank you for coming to read with me. If you like these stories, be sure to subscribe and make sure to watch all the way through because I’m going to do some shout-outs at the end. Are you ready for a story?
Well, at Christmas time, there are many things we see around us that can remind us of Jesus. Let’s find out what some of them are as we read “Seeing Christmas.” If you have a copy, go get it so you can read along with me.
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“Seeing Christmas” by Karen Stacy, illustrated by Joel Schoon Tanis.
It’s that time of year! Are you ready to see? Come take a look at Christmas with me.
The tree, with all of the ornaments, tradition, and memories, brings so much enjoyment.
The toys—we can hardly wait to open them up and play all day.
The lights—they sparkle and shine, filling the room with beauty divine.
Our family—we’re all here together, no matter the distance or roughest of weather.
The gifts—it’s very exciting! They’re wrapped up all pretty and oh so inviting.
The food—it tastes just like bliss. We are so very blessed to be eating like this.
The village—it stands all aglow, lit up and covered in a blanket of snow.
The stockings—we almost forgot! Sweet little gifts that still mean a lot.
But wait, is this what Christmas is all about? Some say no, but I want to shout: Yes, it is! So perfectly!
And here is what I hope you’ll see:
The tree is Jesus, full of memories and love. Our history together—it all comes from above.
The toys are Jesus because they bring joy to sweet little girls and cute little boys.
The lights are Jesus; they remind us He shines in our hearts with peace throughout all of time.
Our family is Jesus, now that is for sure. We are here for each other with patience that endures.
The gifts are Jesus, all given in kindness, for He’s renewed our hearts and healed all our blindness.
The food is Jesus; we taste His goodness in each little bite—there is flavor and fullness.
The village is Jesus, lit up from inside—a gentle reminder that within us He abides.
The stockings are Jesus, but He never forgets—full of faithfulness, always ever ready to bless.
So you see, it’s all Jesus; He’s everywhere. If you look, you will find Him, so be fully aware.
Did you notice how at the beginning of the book everything on the pages was close up? Then, as the story progressed, the pictures expanded and we had a whole new view. Sometimes a bigger view of things can change our whole perspective.
All right, let’s do some shout-outs today! They’re going out to:
– Arya and Alexa in Wyandotte, Michigan
– Max and Jack in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
– Arthur and Otavio in Bendigo, Australia
– Harper Merrill in Kentucky
– Kylan and Caitlin in the Philippines
– Gianna and Jeremiah in Riverside, California
– Elsie Evans
– Matthias Falcon in Puerto Rico
– Jetta Lane and Mazzy in Minnetonka, Minnesota
– Maverick and Carter
Hello, my good friends! I’m so happy that no matter where in the world we live, we can still read together. I hope you enjoyed our story today. Merry Christmas!
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This version maintains the essence of the original transcript while removing any informal language and ensuring clarity.
