Christmas School: Swedish Traditions in A Christmas Wish for the Little Dala Horse with Sonja Anderson

08/12/2025 24 min Episodio 256
Christmas School: Swedish Traditions in A Christmas Wish for the Little Dala Horse with Sonja Anderson

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Homeschool Minnesota, host Dayle Annand discusses Christmas traditions with author Sonja Anderson, focusing on her book 'A Christmas Wish for Little Dala Horse.' They explore the significance of Scandinavian traditions, the story of Santa Lucia, and the importance of passing down family traditions to the next generation. The conversation highlights how traditions can connect families and provide meaning during the holiday season.
 
Link:
To purchase A Christmas Wish for the Little Dala Horse:
https://www.tyndale.com/search?keyword=The+Little+Dala+Horse
 
To contact Homeschool Minnesota--MÂCHÉ:
https://homeschoolminnesota.org/
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Christmas Traditions
01:56 The Story of the Little Dollahorse
04:37 Understanding Santa Lucia
07:16 The Significance of the Dollahorse
09:23 Swedish Christmas Traditions
12:02 The Importance of Tradition
15:31 Tradition and the Meaning of Christmas
20:03 Personal Connections to Tradition
24:17 Conclusion and Book Recommendations