Keeping Christmas Slow Guidebook

A Holiday Guide to Simple Activities, Meaningful Traditions & Making Room for More Magic

Christmas is magical, but if we're honest, it can also be a lot.

Between the shopping, decorating, school events, holiday gatherings, and the pressure to make everything special, it's easy to spend the season doing everything but enjoying it.

The Keeping Christmas Slow Guidebook was created for families who want more magic and less overwhelm.

Inspired by Curtis the Snail and the Lost Christmas Letter, this 25+ page digital guidebook is filled with simple, thoughtful ways to make the holiday season feel special without elaborate plans, expensive supplies, or hours of preparation.

You'll find ideas like cozy snowed-in days and Christmas storybook countdowns to homemade ornaments, holiday baking, Christmas light bingo, and family conversation prompts. There are plenty of ways to bring a little extra wonder into your everyday December that don't need to be complicated, and this guidebook is a place to start.

What's Inside?

• 25+ pages of inspiration: A collection of easy activities, simple traditions, and ideas for making ordinary moments feel a little more magical.
• Budget-friendly fun: Every activity is free or costs very little. Most use everyday household supplies or inexpensive materials. If there are activities that do include things you might not have, I've included a shopping list link to make it easy to get exactly what you need.
• Sensory-friendly considerations: The holidays are a lot for everyone, but especially the littles. I've included some helpful tips and links to consider for all children this holiday season.
• Age-appropriate baking roles: Suggested kitchen tasks for children ages 3–10, so everyone can participate in a way that feels manageable.
• Ready-to-use instructions: Helpful directions, resources, and links take the guesswork out of getting started.
• Bonus downloads: Printable resources to make some of the activities even easier to enjoy.
• Curated Amazon shopping lists: Convenient links to suggested supplies and materials, so you can spend less time searching and more time enjoying the season.

Who Is It For?

Designed with families with young children in mind, the activities are especially well suited for ages 3–10. Many can easily be adapted for younger siblings, older children, and the whole family to enjoy together.

Whether you're looking for a new family tradition, an easy afternoon activity, or simply a little inspiration when the December days start to feel too full, there's something here for you.

A Little Reminder Before You Begin

This guidebook is a tool, not a checklist.

There is no expectation to complete every activity, no comparison to be made, and no pressure to create a picture-perfect Christmas. Choose what sounds fun, skip what doesn't, and come back whenever you need a little inspiration.

I created this guide because I want to spend less time worrying about making Christmas magical and more time actually experiencing it with my son. I hope it helps you do the same.

You don't need a bigger budget, an elaborate plan, or a perfectly curated holiday to make Christmas magical. Sometimes, all it takes is a simple idea and a little intention.

Here's to a Christmas that feels less like a race and more like a memory in the making.