The Teddy-bear nativity

Despite the recent problem with bears and major world religions, I’m planning a teddy-bear nativity on the sofa (though I may still leave the twin soft toys Hal and Al to one side*).

You will need
as many little children as you can muster, (this is a wonderful activity when it goes astray and descends into chaos)
as many stuffed toys as you can find
a good nativity book
some hankies and elastic bands

Start with a little story-time. My top recommendation for books for little ones is the touchy-feely Nativity, while for just-started-schoolers the The Christmas Gift is really indispensable. Then set up a nativity scene together; choose which bear will be who, perhaps use a box for a manger or a side-table for a stable. See what happens, answer questions; ask how characters are feeling and what are they thinking. step inside the story along with the kids.

and enjoy.

*Hal and Al are a fictional creations because Har and Am don’t work as names.

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