Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "The Dervish in the Ditch" A large basket Objects related to the story such as a symbol or statue representing Sufism, several small plastic horses, a toy carriage, a baby jar with dirt and grass A chime, rain stick, or other...

Activity time: 45 minutes Materials for Activity Candle-making supplies: wax, yellow candle dye, wicks, and (optional) candle fragrance Small glass jars (e.g., recycled baby food jars or votive candle holders) - enough for all participants, plus a few extra Wooden stirring sticks (e.g., craft...

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice-lighting words, written on newsprint Chalice with tea light flame or other preschool chalice option Feelings Chart or Feelings Flashcards by Todd Parr A variety of holiday candle holders, such as an Advent candleholder (4 candles), Swedish...

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Story book Preparation for Activity Choose a story from the following suggestions: Winter Lights by Anna Grossnickle Hines, 2005. Poems and quilts illustrate the moon and the aurora borealis, the holiday lights of Santa Lucia, Hanukkah, Christmas,...

Activity time: 8 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "The Rebirth of the Sun" A large basket Objects related to the story such as pictures or a model of the sun, pictures of the nighttime, seasonal pictures, or a current calendar A chime, rain stick, or other instrument with a calm...