Fisher-Price Nativity Advent Readings
We are late in finishing the Advent Calendar because we were gone in the days leading up to Christmas and then Christmas was a whirlwind. When my girls were little, this would have stressed me out because we weren’t on schedule. I would have fit it in no matter what but it probably wouldn’t have been an enjoyable or memorable experience forcing something in the midst of chaos just to say we got it done. I’m a lot more relaxed as a grandma and realize that sticking to a strict schedule isn’t all that important sometimes.
What is important to us is keeping some traditions with our grandson even though we live in an RV. I’ve probably mentioned it before but I had the best grandparents in the world and I want our little guy to have the same experience. Most important to us that we share our faith with him from an early age. This advent calendar made for a fun and memorable way to do all the above.
The Advent readings are not from Fisher-Price but are my own.
Day 1—The Angel
God sent an angel to do a very special job. The angel went to Mary. Luke 1:28
Day 2–Mary
The angel went to Mary and said, “Hello! God has chosen you to give birth to a son. You will name Him Jesus.” Mary said, “I will obey.” Luke 1: 26-38
Video Days 1 & 2 https://youtu.be/jgtwKsKct0g
Day 3—Joseph
The angel came to Joseph in a dream. The angel said, “Mary is going to have a very special baby. You are to name Him Jesus because He will save His people from their sins.” Joseph obeyed. Matthew 1:18-25
Day 4–Donkey
The King said that everyone had to make a long trip to be counted. Joseph and Mary had to go so they started to gather supplies. Maybe they rode on a donkey to get there. Luke 2:1-7
Day 5–Wagon/Carriage
Mary and Joseph had a long journey so they would have needed supplies. Maybe, they took a wagon with them to carry everything. Luke 2:1-7
Day 6–Basket of Food
Mary and Joseph were wise and took food with them for their journey.
“And everyone, including Mary and Joseph, went to their own town to register.”
“Joseph went to Bethlehem, the town of David.”
“While they were there something amazing happened! She gave birth to Jesus. She wrapped Him in warm clothes and placed Him in a manger.” Luke 2:1-7
Let’s be very quiet so we don’t awaken the baby. Can you say, “Shhhh?”
Video Days 3-6: https://youtu.be/cUbMBE7GIh8
Day 7–Sheep #1
“There were shepherds in the fields watching over their sheep.” Luke 2:8
Day 8–Shepherd with Lamb
“An angel appeared to the shepherds and the glory of the Lord was all around them. They were afraid.” Luke 2:9
Video Days 7 & 8: https://youtu.be/-Mfq7KExy2A
Day 9–Sheep #2
The angel told them, “Don’t be afraid because I have really good news that will bring joy to ALL people.” Luke 2:10
Day 10–Sheepdog
The angel said, “Today in the town of David, a Savior has been born to you. He is the Messiah.”
Luke 2:11
Video Days 9 & 10: https://youtu.be/jwhSpLEnbNw
Day 11—Haybail #1
“This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” Luke 2:12
Day 12–Tree and Fence play set piece
‘Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom His favor rests.”’Luke 2:14
Video Days 11 & 12: https://youtu.be/OFB9kNNrJ-E
Day 13–Chicken #1
The angels left and the shepherds said, “Let’s go to Bethlehem to see this thing the Lord told us about.” Luke 2:15
Day 14–Bull/Cow
So the shepherds hurried and found Mary, Joseph, and the baby. The baby was lying in the manger. Luke 2:16
Video Days 13 & 14: https://youtu.be/-YOLzqbIif8
Day 15–Cat
The shepherds saw Jesus and told everyone what they had learned about the child. Luke 2: 17
Day 16–Goat
And all who heard what the shepherds said were amazed. Luke 2:18
Video Days 15 & 16: https://youtu.be/Dvi2REtLf6I
Day 17 —Chicken #2
Mary treasured everything that happened and kept them in her heart. Luke 2:19
Day 18–Calf
The shepherds came back. They praised God and gave Him all the glory for what they had seen and heard. Luke 2:20
Day 19–Horse
The angel had told Mary and Joseph to name the baby Jesus so that’s what they did. Luke 2:21
Video Days 17, 18, & 19: https://youtu.be/ewdOD0GiZ1U
Day 20–Haybail #2
For to us a Child is born and to us a Son is given. Isaiah 9:6
Day 21 —Camel
He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6
Day 22–Wiseman #1
The wisemen came to the stable and asked, “Where is the One who has been born King of the Jews? We saw His star and have come to worship Him.” Matthew 2:1 & 2
Video Days 20, 21, & 22: https://youtu.be/Vmkw9xdYdgY
Day 23–Wiseman #2
When they saw the star, they were so happy. They followed it to Jesus. Matthew 2:9 & 10
Day 24–Wiseman #3
The wisemen arrived at the stable where they saw Jesus. They bowed down and worshiped him. Matthew 2:11
Day 25–Baby Jesus
She will give birth to a son. You are to call Him Jesus because He will save His people from their sins. Matthew 1:21
He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. Luke 1:32
Video Days 23, 24, & 25: https://youtu.be/_dAY8emKLaY