In more recent years, a single house and gingerbread ornaments are more commonly the result of the holiday tradition. My daughter and I also made Christmas baskets for special people and delivered them a week or so before Christmas. This has probably been the most teachable tradition for us. Much thought and planning went into the masterpieces. In their book, Three Steps to a Stronger Family , Linda and Richard Eyre point out that many traditions emphasize and teach values.
Many traditions inspire communication within the family.
A tradition can teach a new skill or refine concepts. Traditions can improve children and adult's ability to accept responsibility, set goals, and to be self-reliant.