Advent Projects: Martin & Sylvia's Audio Calendar – Day 1: "Waiting"
In this Martin & Sylvia's Audio Advent Calendar Day 1 story, "Waiting," Advent is coming and brother and sister are worried - where is their advent calendar? When a curious golden envelope arrives in the mail the day before advent begins, Martin and Sylvia are surprised and delighted by the invitation inside.
Waiting for something exciting can be hard for little ones - as Martin and Sylvia experience. Here are a few Sparkle-inspired things you can do while you wait, too.
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Mineral Rich Tea
A recipe for a homemade mineral rich tea that will strengthen and fortify any child for hours of imaginative play. Whether as a knight, a dragon, or whatever their hearts desire.
Find the recipe HERE.
Paper Airplanes
In the Martin & Sylvia: Saturdays! story, “Sending a Message,” Martin wants to get a message through a snow storm to his grandparents. He decides that a special far-flying paper airplane might be a good way to send it.
Use the paper airplane instructions above, and you will end up with a paper airplane with ridged wings that can fly as far as Martin’s!
Find the Printable HERE
Mini Bacon Apple Pies
At the end of this story, Martin and Sylvia find a surprise in their apple pie box from the bakery. Who wouldn't love a nice apple pie after a long day of waiting?
Find the recipe HERE.
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About the Author
KC Pagano
KC is a full-time radical homemaker and mama to two spunky little girls. She writes about all kinds of radical goodness, from gardening and cooking with whole foods to crafting, sewing, homeschooling, and mama musings. Read more on her blog The Nettlesome Life.
