In The Nest - Christmas Special 2023 🎄✨ Dive into the true spirit of the season with Suzanne Anderson and special guest host Renee Schooley in our Christmas Special! 🎁 Discover the magic behind creating an unforgettable Christmas program for little learners, their parents and grandparents.----more----Get inspired to host your own spectacular event as Suzanne and Renee spill the secrets of Nest School's enchanting Christmas program. ----more----🌟 Plus, we've got the inside scoop on top resources like Brentwood Music and Skit Guys, and more - to make your planning a breeze! 🎶 ----more----Ready to bring joy and jingles to your classroom? Tune in and let's make this holiday season unforgettable! 🎁📚 #NestChristmasSpecial #InTheNestShow ----more---- Subscribe and Follow on Social: https://digtl.cards/in-the-nest/ ----more---- Helpful Resources  Brentwood Music  Kathie Hill Music Shift worship The Skit Guys Re: Think Worship Worship House Music  Church Media Drop ----more---- In This Episode:  00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Christmas Special 01:26 The Importance of Christmas Programs 02:45 Benefits of Performing for Children 03:11 Creating Lasting Memories and Traditions 05:43 The Role of Props and Visuals in Storytelling 06:46 Sharing the Christmas Story through Performance 07:30 Resources and Techniques for a Successful Christmas Program 14:36 The Impact of Christmas Programs on Children and Families 15:51 The Role of Teachers in the Christmas Program 18:22 Creating Family Rituals around the Christmas Program 19:48 Teaching Children about Giving through Operation Christmas Child 20:27 The Importance of Teaching Children 20:37 Classroom Activities and Preparations 20:56 The Role of Teachers in Child Development 21:22 The Impact of Praise and Encouragement 22:25 Teaching the Story of Jesus' Birth 22:34 The Power of Worship and Scripture 24:26 In the News: Research on Child Development 25:07 The Challenges Kids Face Today 26:19 Using Christmas to Teach Children about Jesus 28:15 The Importance of Practice and Making Mistakes 29:15 The Power of Sharing Talents and Gifts 29:56 Inspiring Others to Create Engaging Programs 31:42 Preview of Future Podcasts 34:41 How to Stay Connected with the Show 35:49 Closing Remarks and Invitation

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