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Holiday Cranberry Mocktail: A Festive, Family-Friendly Drink

Looking for a refreshing, non-alcoholic drink to serve at your holiday gatherings? This Holiday Cranberry Mocktail is the perfect festive beverage that’s both beautiful and delicious. With a blend of tart cranberry juice, sweet apple juice, and sparkling seltzer, it’s a crowd-pleaser that everyone, from kids to adults, can enjoy.

Holiday Cranberry Mocktail: A Festive, Family-Friendly Drink


As someone who has been sober for over four years, I love finding festive drinks that feel just as special as traditional holiday cocktails, without any alcohol. This Holiday Cranberry Mocktail is the perfect way to enjoy the holiday spirit, whether you’re sober curious or taking a break from alcohol.
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Toasted Marshmallow Mocktail (A Cozy, Coffeehouse-Style Treat You Can Make at Home!)

If you love the flavor of toasted marshmallows, cozy campfires, and creamy winter drinks, but want something non-alcoholic you can enjoy anytime, this Toasted Marshmallow Mocktail is going to be your new obsession. It tastes like a cross between a fancy coffee shop drink and a gooey s’more but takes only a few minutes to make at home.

Toasted Marshmallow Mocktail (A Cozy, Coffeehouse-Style Treat You Can Make at Home!)


This easy mocktail is perfect for:

- Holiday parties
- Girls’ nights
- Family movie nights
- Snow days
- Or your daily “I deserve something sweet” moment

It’s kid-friendly (just swap the espresso for decaf), totally customizable, and honestly? It’s one of the most fun drinks I’ve made in a long time.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Toasted Marshmallow Mocktail

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Grinch Punch Recipe (Easy Holiday Party Drink for Kids & Families)

If you’re looking for a fun, festive, and budget-friendly holiday drink that kids and adults will both love, this Grinch Punch Recipe is it! Bright green, sweet, and fizzy, this cheerful punch is inspired by the classic holiday mischief of How the Grinch Stole Christmas! and is perfect for Christmas parties, school celebrations, classroom treats, bake sales, or cozy family movie nights.

Grinch Punch Recipe (Easy Holiday Party Drink for Kids & Families)


As a busy mom, former nanny, and holiday-loving homebody, I always look for recipes that are easy to make in large batches, affordable, and guaranteed to be a hit with kids. This Grinch Punch checks all those boxes. It’s also completely non-alcoholic, making it ideal for family gatherings and church events.

Let me show you exactly how to make this festive green punch, along with tips for serving, storage, and easy variations!
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Candy Cane Christmas Mocktail: Festive & Creamy Holiday Drink

The holidays are the perfect time to enjoy cozy, festive drinks with friends and family, without the alcohol! This Candy Cane Christmas Mocktail is creamy, sweet, and infused with peppermint flavor that instantly makes any gathering feel magical. Plus, it’s super simple to make and looks gorgeous in candy-cane-rimmed glasses, perfect for holiday parties or a fun Christmas night in.

Candy Cane Christmas Mocktail: Festive & Creamy Holiday Drink


As someone who has been sober for over four years, I love finding festive drinks that feel just as special as traditional holiday cocktails, without any alcohol. This Candy Cane Christmas Mocktail is the perfect way to enjoy the holiday spirit, whether you’re sober curious, taking a break from alcohol, or simply looking for a family-friendly treat. Creamy, fizzy, and pepperminty, it’s a drink that everyone can raise a glass to!
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🍪 Cookie Dough Dessert Dip (Easy No-Bake Party Recipe)

If you love the taste of chocolate chip cookie dough but don’t want to deal with raw eggs or turning on the oven, this Cookie Dough Dessert Dip is about to become your new favorite no-bake treat. It’s creamy, sweet, packed with mini chocolate chips, and made with simple pantry staples, perfect for busy moms, classroom parties, holidays, sleepovers, and last-minute gatherings.

Cookie Dough Dessert Dip (Easy No-Bake Party Recipe)


This is one of those recipes I turn to when I need something fast, kid-approved, and guaranteed to disappear. It tastes just like cookie dough straight from the bowl, but it’s completely safe to eat and unbelievably easy to make. Whether you’re hosting a party or just want a fun Friday night dessert for your family, this dip delivers every time.
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🎄 Candy Cane Dessert Dip (Easy No-Bake Holiday Recipe)

If you’re looking for a simple, festive, and absolutely irresistible holiday dessert, this Candy Cane Dessert Dip belongs on your Christmas table. With its creamy texture, cool peppermint flavor, and crunchy candy cane pieces, this no-bake dessert dip is the perfect sweet treat for busy families, holiday parties, classroom celebrations, and cookie exchanges.

Candy Cane Dessert Dip (Easy No-Bake Holiday Recipe)


As a mom, teacher, and food blogger, I love recipes that feel special without requiring hours in the kitchen, and this one checks every box. It takes just minutes to mix together, uses only a handful of ingredients, and always disappears fast. Best of all, kids and adults both go crazy for it.

Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or just making a cozy movie-night snack with your kids, this Candy Cane Dessert Dip is guaranteed to become a new Christmas tradition.
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Making Christmas Dinner Work for Every Age at the Table

The holidays have a way of sneaking up on us, don’t they? One minute you’re planning to keep things simple this year, and the next you’re elbow-deep in cookie dough while juggling a half-written grocery list, a toddler meltdown, and an oven timer beeping in the distance.

Making Christmas Dinner Work for Every Age at the Table


Christmas dinner is a special kind of chaos — wonderful, messy, and full of memories waiting to happen. But if your guest list includes everyone from a teething baby to a picky preschooler and a carb-loving grandparent, the menu can feel like a juggling act.

Here’s how to make your Christmas meal work for everyone, without losing your sanity (or burning the roast).
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Christmas Handprint Craft: “Jesus Is the Reason for the Season” Free Printable

Christmas is one of the most magical times of the year, especially when we slow down to remember the real reason we celebrate. This simple Christmas handprint craft helps little ones reflect on the birth of Jesus in a meaningful and creative way. It’s the perfect addition to your classroom, Sunday school, or family holiday keepsake binder!

Christmas Handprint Craft: Jesus Is the Reason for the Season Free Printable


This free printable manger scene features baby Jesus, Mary, and Joseph under a stable with a spot for your child’s handprint. The handprint becomes the Star of David, a beautiful reminder that Jesus is the light of the world.

Whether you’re crafting at home, in preschool, or at church, this activity is easy, heartfelt, and fun for all ages.
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Christmas Crack Popcorn with Pirate’s Booty: Budget-Friendly Holiday Treat

The holiday season is the perfect time for fun, festive treats that are simple to make and easy on the wallet. If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing snack that’s great for Christmas parties, holiday movie nights, or edible gifts for teachers and neighbors, you’re going to love this Christmas Crack Popcorn recipe made with Pirate’s Booty and white chocolate. It’s sweet, salty, crunchy, and completely addictive, in the best way!

Christmas Crack Popcorn with Pirate’s Booty – A Budget-Friendly Holiday Treat


At Nanny to Mommy, we focus on frugal living and easy family recipes, and this holiday snack checks all the boxes. With just a few affordable ingredients, you can whip up a festive treat that both kids and adults will rave about.

Why You’ll Love Christmas Crack Popcorn with Pirate’s Booty

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A Year of Lesson Planning for Christian Pre-K

I teach Pre‑K 3 at an advanced Christian school, and I truly love working with this age group. We have a curriculum we follow, but I also like to add supplemental activities to make learning more hands‑on and meaningful for the children. In our class, we focus on introducing letters and their sounds, as well as numbers 1-20.

A Year of Lesson Planning for Christian Pre-K


By the time children join us, we hope they’re already comfortable identifying basic shapes and colors. Ideally, they’ll recognize most of their letters by the time we do our quarterly evaluations (yes, we have to do evaluations for 3-year-olds), although this is never a requirement for acceptance. The one thing we do require is that all students be fully potty‑trained and no longer using pull‑ups or diapers during the day.

I’m always happy to answer questions and help families understand what to expect as their little ones join our class!

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Stocking Stuffers They're Sure to Love


Oh no! What to put in those stockings?! Has anyone else ever went out last minute to get items for the stockings? Thanks to Amazon Prime, we can have things at our door next day. One time, my family and I were watching home videos. It was a Christmas that I don't remember at all. But this year I was getting excited by an orange in my stocking. Whether I was actually happy excited or totally bewildered, who knows because I was only three. Fruit and chocolate were a common thing I found in my stocking as a child. And it makes me wonder if my mother also forgot to fill the stockings until they were being hung by the chimney with care. What are some of your favorite items you have received across the years in your stocking? I have compiled a list of stocking stuffers they're sure to love!
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Cheap Christmas Class Treats

These are easy and inexpensive Christmas treats that are great for sharing with school friends whether you are a teacher or a parent for your little one. Cheap, easy class snacks for class parties that are no-bake too!

Cheap Christmas Class Treats

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Easy Homemade Grinch Bites: A Fun Holiday Treat for Kids


Happy holidays, friends! 🎄 If you’re looking for a fun and festive treat to make with your kids this Christmas season, these Homemade Grinch Bites are the perfect option. They’re bright, adorable, and super simple to make, perfect for busy parents, little helpers, and anyone who loves all things Grinch-themed!

But before we dive into the recipe, have you checked out our other holiday favorites on the blog? From non-alcoholic holiday drinks to where you can stream your favorite Christmas movies with the kids, there’s something festive for everyone. And speaking of movies, what’s your favorite version of The Grinch?

Personally, I’m a big fan of the newer DreamWorks animated Grinch movie. I especially love the scene where the Grinch gets chased through Who-ville by the carolers, did you know that the carolers are voiced by Pentatonix? I’ve loved them ever since their early YouTube days, and their version of Christmas music always gets me in the spirit.

Now, back to these cute little bites of holiday magic...
 

Homemade Grinch Bites

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Creating A Winter Wonderland: Outdoor Holiday Lighting Tips

As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, it's the perfect time to start creating a magical wonderland in your outdoor space with some cozy holiday lights! With summery patio furniture put away and bags of fallen leaves just waiting to be swept off driveways, now is the ideal moment for homeowners to start getting creative with their outdoor holiday décor.

Creating A Winter Wonderland: Outdoor Holiday Lighting Tips


Whether you're simply replacing existing lighting fixtures or planning an elaborate display, these helpful tips will help you create a winter wonderland that will light up your home and neighborhood this festive season.
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Where to Stream Your Favorite Christmas Movie This Holiday Season


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Non-Alcoholic Holiday Drinks


 Thank you to Nova Scotia Health Mental Health and Addictions Program for sharing these amazing non-alcoholic holiday drink ideas. These mocktails will be sure to make your sober life still merry and bright. I was sober curious for a while and since I now have been sober for over two years, I can tell you that some people you are weird for not wanting to drink, but you have to be strong in what you know is best for you. I get asked, "Are you pregnant?" and "What do you do to have fun?", but if you HAVE to drink to have fun then maybe you don't actually like who you are hanging out with or what you are doing. Find your tribe, love them hard, and remember why you are doing this! 


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Go See "Journey to Bethlehem" in Theaters 11/10! + Giveaway

Many thanks to AFFIRM Films, Inc. for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.

Moms, buy tickets TODAY to see this family-friendly, uplifting, joyful film in theaters opening weekend, November 10! Whether you like musicals or not, you’ll love the brand new music in this film, Journey to Bethlehem, starring Antonio Banderas, Milo Manheim, and more! This is a perfect movie to invite your friends and family to! Buy tickets today at https://tickets.journeytobethlehemmovie.com/!



A young woman carrying an unimaginable responsibility. A young man torn between love and honor. A jealous king who will stop at nothing to keep his crown. This live-action Christmas musical adventure for the entire family weaves classic Christmas melodies with humor, faith, and new pop songs in a retelling of the greatest story ever told—the story of Mary and Joseph and the birth of Jesus. A unique new entry into the collection of holiday classic movies, this epic Christmas musical is unlike any before it. See JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM in theaters beginning November 10.

Christian music fans, this movie is for you! Watch Joel Smallbone (For King And Country), Lecrae, and Möriah in Journey to Bethlehem, in theaters starting November 10! Listen to the soundtrack album HERE: https://journeytobethlehem.lnk.to/soundtrack.
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Stream “The Garden” Now {+ $10 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway}

Many thanks to Garden Productions for providing a sample of the product for this re- view. Opinions are 100% my own.

Your kids matter. What they watch does, too. “The Garden” will help them understand the gospel of Jesus Christ in a way that’s entertaining and centered on truth! I have been watching my niece and nephew. And I love getting to share the good word with them in such a fun way!



“The Garden” is a Christ-centered children’s cartoon series aimed at teaching your kids the Gospel in a way they can understand. It features LENNY THE LION and LUCY THE LAMB—two best friends who work inside a magical garden where ANYTHING can grow! Each story revolves around them having to accomplish their goals by learning a Bible story or an original song. “The Garden” will take your kids right along on these adventures, too!

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Go See IT'S CHRISTMAS AGAIN in Theaters 11/29 ONLY!

Many thanks to Mapelle Films for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.

When it comes to Christmas, I want my children to know the true meaning and why we celebrate the season. So if you are a mom like me, then go see IT’S CHRISTMAS AGAIN, in theaters for one day only on November 29th! IT’S CHRISTMAS AGAIN is a modern-day musical the whole family will love about one teenager’s journey to discover the true meaning of Christmas. A film with a beautiful reminder that Jesus is the reason for the season.


About IT'S CHRISTMAS AGAIN: Jake Young (Lawson Touliatos) wants nothing more than to spend his Christmas vacation with his girlfriend, Abbey Walker (Leela Owen). So when Abbey volunteers for her church’s Christmas play, Jake is ready to skip Christmas this year until an unexpected turn of events lands him in a field outside Bethlehem on the night Jesus was born. While on his journey with the shepherds to find the promised Messiah, Jake discovers the true meaning of Christmas. Coming this Christmas season, IT’S CHRISTMAS AGAIN is a modern-day musical the whole family will love!
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Holiday Book Ideas for Kid's Christmas Eve Baskets

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx on behalf of Candlewick Press.

 Something you want. Something you need. Something to wear. Something to read. This year may look different, but we can still hold on to some traditions. One of my favorite Christmas traditions is giving my children a Christmas Eve basket that is filled with fun things to do and fun holiday books to read. 


Christmas Eve Basket Ideas


I have been making these baskets since my son's first Christmas and it is a fun tradition that my children look forward to each year. I thought I would share some great ideas to fill your Christmas Eve basket if you would like to start this wonderful tradition.


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