Our Holiday Special Video Guide & Action Kit: Your One-Stop Shop for Holiday Magic

One of the first things people think of when December rolls around is holiday movies. Who doesn’t love a cozy movie night? Picture this: a blanket fort in the living room next to a decorated tree, lit menorah, or cozy winter fire. The whole family cuddles up together with mugs of hot chocolate to enjoy a festive flick. One problem–many of the classic holiday specials aren’t age-appropriate for the youngest family members.

Toddlers and preschoolers are particularly susceptible to content in media that is scary or models negative behaviors and language. They copy what they see on screen. That is why choosing high-quality media content with positive themes, language, and values is essential. But it can be tricky to find high-quality content that the whole family can enjoy around the holidays.

That’s why we’re thrilled to share our Holiday Special Video Guide + Action Kit, a curated collection of heartwarming, age-appropriate holiday specials for toddlers and preschoolers. Each of our ten selected holiday specials and episodes has been tested with our own 2-5-year-old kiddos and is expert-approved for the content, pace, and themes. These specials cover a range of winter holidays including Christmas, Hanukkah, the winter solstice, and Kwanzaa. Each special comes with a detailed summary and extension questions to inspire enriching discussions before, during, and after the special. These sample questions help your little one connect their on-screen experiences with their off-screen realities. The questions can be used in one of two ways:

• If you choose to watch with your child, you can be an active participant in their media experience by using our questions to help guide your child’s attention to the important features of the show and to help them extend their learning.
• If you want to give your kiddos some high-quality solo screen time, you can use our descriptions and discussion questions to connect with them before and afterward about the content.

But that’s not all – we’ve added a dash of hands-on creativity with our exclusive Action Kit! Alongside each featured holiday special, we’ve crafted an exclusive Action Kit filled with activities that complement the themes of the show. These kits are your secret weapon for transforming screen time into quality family time during the holiday season. From simple crafts and heartwarming story prompts to easy recipes that you can create together, the Action Kit is tailored to extend the magic beyond the screen

Get ready to cuddle up with your little one for some winter fun! Here’s to building precious memories and creating a season filled with simple joys.

Happy Holidays from Those Media Moms!