The Christmas Lantern— Version for children aged 5 to 7 years

                          

The Christmas Lantern 

The Christmas Lantern— Version for children aged 5 to 7 years 

Christmas Eve arrived softly in the town of San Jacinto. Tiny lights blinked in the square, and the air smelled sweet and warm.

Luna walked beside her grandmother, holding her hand. In the middle of the square stood a lantern. It wasn’t big, but it was special. Everyone could place a small wish inside.

Luna wanted to go first. She stepped closer, but her grandmother gently slowed down.

They waited.

In front of them, a small child tried to write a wish. The pencil didn’t work well. The paper wrinkled.

Luna looked at her own pencil. Then she held it out.

The child smiled and finished writing.

That night, when the lantern lit up, the light felt warm. Luna smiled too. Christmas felt brighter.

Activities

Value explored: Respect at Christmas
Create a “wish lantern” at home or in the classroom where each child writes something to share, practicing taking turns and listening.

Key learning: Recognizing others, their pace, and their needs.

Questions for discussion:

• How did Luna feel while waiting?

• What might have happened if she hadn’t done so?

• When does respecting someone change a situation?

Optional activity:

Create a “wish lantern” at home or in the classroom where each child writes something to share, practicing turn-taking and listening.