Easy Christmas Crafts for Preschoolers
Christmas is the perfect time to get creative with your little one! Crafting together not only sparks imagination but also supports your child’s fine motor skills, confidence, and self-expression.
Whether you’re at home on a cosy winter afternoon or looking for festive ideas to enjoy over the holidays, here are some easy Christmas crafts for preschoolers that are fun, simple, and full of sparkle.
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6 Christmas Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers
The festive season is full of magic, sparkle, and creativity - and Christmas crafts are a wonderful way for preschoolers to join in the fun!
Crafting helps little ones explore textures, colours, and patterns while strengthening fine motor skills and encouraging self-expression. Whether you’re looking for simple decorations to make together or meaningful keepsakes to treasure, these easy Christmas crafts for preschoolers are perfect for adding a little extra joy to your winter days….
1. Paper Plate Christmas Trees
Transform a simple paper plate into a festive tree!
What you’ll need: Paper plates, green paint, glue, sequins, stickers, and pom-poms.
How to make it:
Cut the plate into three triangle shapes and let your child paint it green.
Once dry, decorate with stickers or sequins as “baubles.”
Add a yellow star at the top for a finishing touch.
Early Years Skill Focus: Fine motor development, colour recognition, and creativity.
2. Salt Dough Ornaments
A classic Christmas craft that doubles as a keepsake!
What you’ll need: 1 cup of flour, ½ cup of salt, ½ cup of water, cookie cutters, and ribbon.
How to make it:
Mix ingredients to form a dough, roll it out, and cut festive shapes.
Bake at a low temperature until hard, then paint and decorate once cool.
Thread a ribbon through and hang on the tree.
Early Years Skill Focus: Sensory exploration and hand-eye coordination.
3. Cotton Wool Snowmen
Soft, fluffy, and oh-so-cute!
What you’ll need: Card, cotton wool, glue, buttons, and coloured paper.
How to make it:
Cut out a snowman shape and let your preschooler glue cotton wool all over it.
Add paper hats, scarves, and buttons for a personalised touch.
Early Years Skill Focus: Texture awareness and imaginative play.
4. Handprint Reindeer
A festive favourite for little hands!
What you’ll need: Brown paint, paper, googly eyes, and a red pom-pom.
How to make it:
Paint your child’s hand brown and print it onto paper.
Once dry, draw on antlers, stick on googly eyes, and add a red pom-pom nose for Rudolph.
Early Years Skill Focus: Sensory play and memory-making.
5. Christmas Card Collage
Perfect for gifting to grandparents or friends!
What you’ll need: Folded card, glue, tissue paper, stickers, and magazine cut-outs.
How to make it:
Encourage your child to stick festive shapes and colours onto the card to create their own design.
Add a sprinkle of glitter for extra Christmas magic.
Early Years Skill Focus: Creativity, decision-making, and pride in personal achievement.
6. Handprint Christmas Wreath
A lovely keepsake craft that captures just how little your child’s hands once were - and looks beautiful displayed at home during the festive season.
What you’ll need: White card or canvas, green paint, red paint or stickers, and a red ribbon or bow.
How to make it:
Paint your child’s hand with green paint and press it in a circle shape to form a wreath.
Keep overlapping handprints until the wreath looks full.
Once dry, add red dots or stickers for “berries.”
Finish by gluing a red ribbon bow to the bottom for that festive touch.
Early Years Skill Focus: Sensory exploration, creativity, and fine motor coordination.
Tips for Christmas Crafting with Preschoolers
Keep it simple: Focus on fun rather than perfection.
Involve the senses: Use a mix of textures, colours, and scents (like cinnamon sticks!).
Celebrate their creations: Display crafts around the home or nursery to build confidence and joy.
Looking for a nursery that nurtures creativity and curiosity all year round?
At My Ohana, we love seeing children explore their creativity through hands-on festive fun. Our nurseries are filled with opportunities for seasonal learning, from Christmas songs and crafts to winter sensory play - all designed to spark imagination and joy during this magical time of year.
Find your nearest My Ohana nursery today and see how we can support your child’s early years journey.
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