We are having a Christmas party next week, and I am looking for some ideas for crafts to make with younger kids who will be attending.

One that we used to always do was Magic Reindeer Food. It’s pretty simple and the kids love doing it.

To make this reindeer food recipe, you’ll need:

* a small mixing bowl

* something to stir with (I used a plastic fork since I had plenty on hand)

* clear plastic bags or treat bags

* stapler (optional)

* printer and paper

* oats (any kind, whatever is cheapest at the grocery store)

* sprinkles (the more festive, the better!)

* glitter (I recommend getting the decorating sugar that looks like glitter instead of the other stuff)

In a small or medium mixing bowl, combine…

* 1/2 cup of oats

* 2 tbsp. of glitter

* 2 tbsp. cup sprinkles

It makes about 6 treat bags

You can then have the kids write the following poem on the piece of paper, which you attach to the bag.

Sprinkle on the lawn Christmas Eve night,

The moonlight will make it sparkle bright,

As Santa’s reindeer fly and roam,

This will guide them to your home.