Toys for Tots

I am going to make this a yearly tradition, or at least something like this. The first day of Christmas break we took the kids to Toys R Us and helped them pick out toys to donate to Toys for Tots. We had them use some of the Christmas money given to us. We explained to them that this is money they could have used for themselves, but instead are using it to help children who wouldn't get presents for Christmas. It was a bit crazy at the store, so close to Christmas, but I think the kids got the message about what Christmas is all about! I would love to hear how others have helped their children learn how to give at Christmas time. I am open to new ideas for next year!