We used a Christmas calendar too. The kids (5) took turns pinning up a new emblem on a felt caledar.
We also did one in the shape of a Christmas tree on our fireplace that was more like the Jesse Tree.
Yes. We used a felt nativity scene too as an Advent calendar, and of course on Christmas Day the kids would fight to see who would place baby Jesus in the manger.
Glad they’re older now. LOL!