How to Make 'Magic' Reindeer Dust (and Leave a Trail for Santa)

By AUTUMN JOHNSON (Patch Staff)

METRO DETROIT, MI – Cookies and milk left out at every house, an entire website devoted to tracking Santa — Kris Kringle sure does get all of the glory on Christmas eve, but what about his eight tiny reindeer?

Magic reindeer dust is fast, easy and fun for antsy kids counting down the hours until Christmas morning. This festive mix is an affordable, kid-friendly project that takes about five minutes to make.

The sprinkles help show the reindeer the way to your house and the oats are a snack to be enjoyed while Santa is inside dropping those gifts.

You will need:

• Sprinkles (found in the cookie decorating section of most grocery stores)
• Oatmeal
• Ziplock bags or small plastic containers with lids (one bag or container per child)

Cover the workspace or have the child work on a clean baking sheet to help contain the sprinkles.

In a large bowl, combine the sprinkles (how much is up to you and your little ones) with several cups of oatmeal and stir. Divide the mix into containers of your choice. On Christmas eve, before they head to bed, your child can sprinkle the magic reindeer dust on the front lawn for Santa’s team.

The Legend of Magic Reindeer Dust

Be sure to take this magic food and sprinkle on the lawn,

On Christmas, Santa’s reindeer travel miles before the dawn.

The smell of oats and glitter path will guide them on their way

And you’ll wake up to Santa’s gifts next morn on Christmas Day!