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Blog December 15, 2019 Impact 4 min read

Winter holidays with children. How to encourage them to adopt Romanian traditions and customs?

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Winter holidays It's a wonderful opportunity to revive Romanian traditions that you grew up with. During this time of year, you can get closer to your loved ones and create beautiful memories for later. Each year, keep the customs that bring magic into your home and encourage the little ones to adopt them and enjoy them.

Surely you fondly remember the holidays when you were little, how you used to go caroling with your friends, how your heart would fill with joy on Christmas Eve as your family decorated the tree, or how you helped your mother prepare Christmas treats. Try to pass on Romanian traditions and customs to your children and spend unforgettable moments together that will remain vivid in everyone's memory.


How do you get children into the holiday spirit?

Do you notice that children don't enjoy the winter holidays as much as you did in your childhood?
There are a few simple ways you can introduce them to this magical atmosphere. For example, you can tell them a few words about the meaning of Christmas and that it's not just about Santa Claus and gifts. Emphasize the activities you can do as a family, such as decorating the tree and singing carols.

 

It is important for young children to learn from an early age that At Christmas, we give, not just receive. Inquire in advance about Campaigns with gifts for disadvantaged children and prepare a box with sweets, toys, clothes, and other useful items together with your child. Teach your child to give to others as well and make this a tradition.

 

Choose the decorations together and let him get actively involved Decorating the Christmas tree and the home. Nothing can replace the stories told and songs sung while decorating the Christmas tree. Another good idea is to make at least some of the decorations yourself. You can make paper or bead garlands together, cardboard angels and snowflakes for the windows, and much more.

Preparing treats for the festive meal is another way to get the little ones into the holiday spirit. Don't forget to include a special dessert in the menu, one that holds meaning for your family and that the little ones will remember for years to come. It could be a personalized cozonac recipe, some cookies made especially for Santa, or a winter-themed cake.

 

Don't forget the letter for Santa Claus!

This tradition adds a touch of magic to the celebration, helps the little one to dream, and helps you discover their most burning desires.

Do you remember when you were little and went around with the sorcova to family and neighbors?
Tell the little one excitedly, and maybe they'll want to experience the same emotional moments. Greenfield neighborhood has over 2300 completed homes and over 4,500 residents. You'll surely find neighbors who will welcome you with carols, a perfect opportunity to meet your neighbors and make new friends.

 

New times, new habits!

 

In addition to old Romanian customs passed down from generation to generation, other customs can also emerge within each family Traditions to happily revisit every year.

This could be a walk through the city to admire the festive lights and seasonal markets.

Also, on Christmas Eve, before bed, read to the little ones a Christmas story care să îi facă să simtă spiritul sărbătorii. Sau dă startul unei family movie series. Watch the most beautiful Christmas movies together while drinking a cup of chocolate with milk.

Christmas traditions can be adapted according to your needs and desires. The important thing is Have magical moments with your family, be united and enjoy every moment spent together, at home, in Greenfield!

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