Unwrap a book each night

The benefit of doing this is that the little ones get use to opening presents. Then they don't tear through every present on Christmas morning.

Last year Millicent sat patiently waiting as each person opened their presents, in turn. Unbelievable for an, almost, two year old.

Yesterday morning at the crack of dawn, Millicent woke up and asked if she could open a present. Last night when it was actually time, we told her it was Ashlea's turn. So she got the bok from the box and handed to Ashlea.

Ashlea, the ever sweet big sister, told Millicent she could unwrap it. You should have seen the happiness. Then she discovered it was a book and the glee doubled. She was so excited.

She may not quite get the book concept yet, but she is learning patience and about sharing. A really fun way to teach these concepts.