Symbols of Christmas - Christmas Tree

Family Home Evening Lesson
Symbols of Christmas

Opening Song: Have a Very Merry Christmas Children's Songbook # 51

Opening Prayer: Daddy

Lesson: Mommy

What is this? (point to your christmas tree or a picture of one) Why do we have Christmas Trees at Christmas? (enjoy their varied answers!)

The Christmas Tree is a symbol of Christmas because :
The evergreen tree means lasting light and life. The needles of the tree point upwards towards heaven. As many things die in winter but the evergreen does not, it symbolizes life in the midst of death or rebirth.

Talk about why you like to put a star or angel on the top of your tree.
Read this scripture to go with your discussion.
Luke 2:9-12 for Angel
Matthew 2:2 for Star


Activity:
Click on links for some Tree Crafts
Christmas Handprint Tree
Fun cardboard and sticker christmas tree


Closing Song: Stars were Gleaming Childrens Songbook #37

Closing Prayer: Child

Treat:
Click on links for some yummy treats
Cheese Christmas Tree

Christmas Tree Krispy Treats

Christmas Tree Sandwiches