Advent Calendars as we know them go back to the 1920s when Gerhard Lang published something based on how his mother had taught him the Bible. So recounts Tosha Lamdin Williams. This, in turn, goes back to some older Lutheran customs.
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Whether it’s a cardboard display filled with chocolate treats or a LEGO countdown kit, the Advent calendar itself is an essential lesson in building expectations.
Advent calendars are popular, often containing chocolates or even luxury goods. But what are they and where did they originate? Here's how the faithful use them to prepare for Christmas.