Nativity Christmas Advent Activity Free Printable
Our Nativity Christmas Advent Activity Free Printable is designed to help families build out a nativity scene while reading daily scriptures that tell the beautiful story of Jesus’ birth.
The holiday season is a time of joy, reflection, and family traditions. One of the most meaningful ways to celebrate is by focusing on the true reason for the season—the birth of Christ.
This activity spans from December 1st to December 25th, allowing you and your loved ones to create a Christ-centered Christmas tradition.
What Is the Nativity Christmas Advent Activity?
Our printable Nativity Christmas Advent Activity features vintage-style watercolor illustrations that bring the story of Jesus’ birth to life.
Each day, from December 1st through December 25th, you’ll add a new character or piece to your nativity scene. Along with these pieces, you’ll find a corresponding scripture reading that highlights a key moment in the story of Christ’s birth. By Christmas Day, your nativity scene will be complete, and you’ll have journeyed through the full story of the Nativity.
How It Works
- Start on December 1st: Each day, you’ll add a new piece to your nativity scene. For your ease each piece has been numbered with a correct order to add to the scene.
- Read the Scripture: Along with adding to your nativity, read the daily scripture that corresponds to the piece you’ve added. These verses will guide you through the story of Jesus’ birth.
- Build the Scene: By December 25th, your nativity scene will be fully assembled, and you’ll have shared the entire story of the Nativity with your family.
- Enjoy the Tradition: This activity is perfect for creating lasting family memories and reinforcing the true meaning of Christmas.
What’s Included in the Free Printable?
Our free printable includes:
Example Scene & Backdrop: A fully assembled example showing where each piece should go. As well as the backdrop to build your own scene.
25 Vintage Watercolor Illustrations: Each piece is carefully designed to be as authentic as possible, adding a beautiful touch to your Christmas decorations.
Daily Scripture Cards: A scripture reading for each day that follows the story of Jesus’ birth, making it easy to incorporate faith into your Christmas countdown. String them up as you go to create a pretty and simple garland!
Instructions: Easy-to-follow instructions on how to assemble the nativity scene and integrate the daily scriptures.
Why Choose a Nativity-Themed Advent?
Creating a nativity-themed Advent calendar allows you to focus on the spiritual significance of Christmas. It’s a wonderful way to teach children about the story of Jesus’ birth, and it can become a cherished family tradition that you look forward to each year.
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How to Use this Nativity Advent
This fun Christ-centered activity is really very simple, let’s dig into how to use it to get the most out of it.
Materials Needed
- Nativity Scene Printable: This includes all the pieces you’ll be adding to your nativity scene each day.
- Daily Scripture Cards: Each card includes a scripture verse that corresponds with the day’s nativity piece.
- Adhesive: Tape, glue, or sticky tack to attach the pieces to your display area.
- Display Area: A designated space in your home where the nativity scene will be built (e.g., a wall, poster board, or table).
Notes:
- For long-term use consider laminating each piece and using adhesive velcro dots or double sided tape on the back of the pieces for easier attachment.
- Consider printing this at a print shop on 80 lb. card stock for best quality.
Prepare Your Materials
- Print out the nativity scene pieces and daily scripture cards.
- Cut out each piece and scripture card in preparation for daily use.
- Set up your display area where you will add a new piece each day.
Starting on December 1st
- Each day, beginning on December 1st, you’ll add a new character or item to your nativity scene.
- Read the corresponding story and scripture for that day, reflecting on the part of the story it tells.
- Attach the nativity piece to your display area as a visual representation of the story’s progression.
Daily Story Bites & Scriptures
Included are Nativity story excerpts to simply explain what’s happening at this point in the scriptures. Read them before the scriptures.
Additional Resources
Consider adding additional fun games and activities that are Nativity themed like go see a live nativity, visit Christmas lights, etc. But don’t forget to include other fun holiday activities you can do as a family as well.
Here are more Christmas activities and traditions for you to check out:
- Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt for Families
- Christmas Countdown Calendars
- Christmas Pictionary Themed Word Lists
- How Many Words Can You Make from ‘Merry Christmas’
- Christmas Trivia Game for the Whole Family
These activities are perfect for adding even more joy and fun to your holiday season.
Our Nativity Christmas Advent Activity Free Printable is a simple yet powerful way to bring the true meaning of Christmas into your home.
With beautiful illustrations and meaningful scriptures, this activity is sure to become a family favorite.
Download your free printable today, and start a new tradition that will help you and your loved ones focus on the birth of Christ during this special season.
