Christmas

There's never a shortage of ideas when kids craft a letter for Santa himself. This holiday season, Parents editors spotlight those must-have toys, trinkets, and gadgets that kids really want for Christmas—and ways parents can make those wishes a reality.
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TikToker Lovingly Pokes Fun at Husband's Childhood Christmas Ornaments
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Why Black Parents Don't Do Elf on the Shelf
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How Many Presents Should a Child Get for Christmas?
A Christmas elf sitting on a shelf.
7 Easy Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas
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19 DIY Christmas Ornaments to Make With Kids
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27 Christmas Baby Announcement Ideas
Santa Claus Posing
7 Reasons Santa is Totally Real, Duh
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When My Child Was Afraid of Santa
Mantle Elf on the Shelf Coloring Page
7 Elf on the Shelf Coloring Pages to Get Kids Excited for Christmas
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The Best Christmas Movies for Kids
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50 Best Christmas Songs for Kids
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The Best Christmas Hotels for Kids
An image of the Grinch.
Dad Accused of 'Traumatizing' Kids By Acting as The Grinch
Santa;s Sleigh Coloring Page
7 Reindeer Coloring Pages to Print Before Christmas Eve
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The 60 Best Elf on the Shelf Names
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10 Fun Christmas Party Games for Kids of All Ages
Mother kisses daughter on bed.
I Told My 4-Year-Old the Truth About Santa and Here's Why
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You're Going to Want to Try This Viral Hack for Babyproofing Your Christmas Tree
Santa's Sad Disappointed Little Helper
7 Ways to Reduce Your Child's Holiday Stress
A photo of a mom and her children on Christmas morning opening up presents
'SNL' Nails What Christmas Morning Is Really Like for Moms
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21 Funniest Christmas Jokes, According to Kids
A mother helps her baby put ornaments on the christmas tree.
14 Ideas for Baby's First Christmas
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18 DIY Advent Calendars for Your Christmas Countdown
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15 Christmas Gifts Kids Can Make
Fuzzy Friend No-Knit Crafts
7 Easy, No-Knit Yarn Crafts
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6 Easy Christmas Crafts for Toddlers
An image of a boy with braces.
Mom Turned Son's Braces Into an Ornament That Now Adorns the Tree Each Year
Cardboard Crafts Pop Up Castle
13 Cute and Easy Cardboard Box Crafts
Jolly Lolly
Print It: Simple Paper Ornaments
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27 Gifts Kids Can Make
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Put Your Money Where It Matters in 2022 With These Sustainable Gift Ideas for Kids
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Hack the Holidays: 6 Gift-Wrapping Strategies for Busy Parents
An image of a boy with a wreath around him.
How To Celebrate the Holidays Without Buying Your Kids a Bunch of Gifts
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The Best Advent Calendars for Kids and Adults for 2022
Family Memberships to Attractions Aquarium
9 Totally Awesome Experience Gifts for Kids
Christmas Cookie Coloring Page
13 Printable Christmas Coloring Pages to Get Kids in the Holiday Spirit
Classic Santa Coloring Page
7 Santa Coloring Pages to Print at Home This Holiday Season
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6 Christmas Ornament Coloring Pages for Kids
Santa and Reindeer Christmas Tree Coloring Page
7 Christmas Tree Coloring Pages To Get Kids in the Holiday Spirit
Milk and cookies for Santa
TikTok Shows We’ll Always Remember When We Found Out Santa Isn’t Real
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Is Santa Real? How to Talk to Your Kids About Santa Claus
Mariah Carey in red dress singing at Christmas event
Christmas Season Starts the Day After Halloween—Mariah Said So
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Pro Tip: Have Your Kid's Elf on the Shelf Report Good Behavior Instead of Bad
Elf on a Shelf Around Christmas Decorations
Easy Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Parents (You're Welcome)
A mother makes cookies with her two kids
25 Holiday Traditions to Start This Year
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4 Multiracial Families Share How They Make the Holidays Work
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7 Ways to Keep the Magic of Christmas Alive for Older Kids