'Jingle, you naughty elf!' Santa exclaimed. RIGHT near them, they heard a mischievous giggle. Santa and Mrs Claus scratched their heads and looked RIGHT at each other, wondering how this could have happened. Presents were scattered LEFT and RIGHT, and gift tags were all mixed up. But this morning, it was a scene of utter confusion. Santa's workshop is usually an efficient hive of bustling activity, with toys and gifts neatly organized for the big night. Luckily, Percy Penguin, who lives RIGHT near the North Pole, is here to save Christmas! Oh dear! Santa's workshop is all in a flurry, and things are definitely not all RIGHT! A mischievous elf named Jingle has switched the gift tags on all the presents LEFT in his workshop overnight. Left Right Christmas Game Story 1: Santa's Mix-Up (PDF download) The first is about a Christmas Eve disaster at Santa's workshop, which adults and kids will love. The most important part of this game is the story! We have not one but two Left Right Christmas Stories to choose from. Left Right Christmas Story 1: Santa's Mix-Up At that point, each participant can open - and keep - the gift they are holding!

Conclude the Game: This process continues until the story ends.

Pass the Gifts: Each time the words 'left' or 'right' are read in the story, everyone passes their gift in the corresponding direction to the person next to them on their left or right.

Story Reading: The organizer or a nominated person begins reading a fun Christmas story, which includes frequent mentions of the words 'left' and 'right.'.

Gather in a Circle: Participants start by forming a circle, each holding a wrapped gift.

Let's get started with the Left Right Christmas Game! Follow these simple steps to ensure everyone has a jolly good time: How to Play the Left Right Christmas Game These printables are for personal, non-commercial use only.

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