Ten things to do on Christmas Eve
While counting the hours before the big day, here are some things that the family can do together on a Christmas Eve.
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n Spend time with loved ones: This is what Christmas means, spending quality time with the people who you love.
n Leave sweets out for Santa: Because Santa works very hard on December 24 to ensure that all the children get their presents, he also needs a present.
n Sing Christmas carols: This is the best time to sing Christmas carols as a family and enjoy the day together.
n Make cookies: It is the best day when the family can work together to prepare for Christmas Day.
n Try to guess your Christmas present: It is always fun to guess what Christmas present you will be getting.
n Dance around the Christmas tree: Children enjoy singing and dancing around a Christmas tree on Christmas eve.
n Drive or walk around looking at Christmas lights: It is a refreshing feeling to see the beautiful Christmas lights on especially in the dark.
n Help those who do not have much: Christmas is time to share, love and give.
The best day to give to others is on Christmas eve.
n Take pictures of your Christmas tree and other decorations: To have something that will always remind you of Christmas Day with your family.
n Pull Christmas crackers: You never know what you might get.