Christmas Activities for Kids: Printable Ideas for Home and School (2026)

The easiest Christmas activities for kids are printable and low-mess: coloring pages, a paper advent countdown, a letter to Santa, Christmas bingo, word searches and paper ornaments. They suit ages 3 to 10, work at home or in a K–5 classroom, and keep kids busy during the long December break.

December gets busy fast, so these ideas lean on things you can print once and use all month. Each one works in English or Spanish, and there's a short FAQ at the end.

1. Print a paper advent countdown

A paper chain or a countdown sheet where kids color one square a day makes waiting for Christmas fun. Add a tiny activity to each day, like "sing a carol" or "draw a snowman."

2. Write a letter to Santa

A fill-in-the-blank letter template helps early writers. Older kids can add a "nice things I did this year" list. In bilingual homes, try writing it in both languages.

3. Color Christmas pages and make ornaments

Coloring pages double as decorations: cut them out, punch a hole and hang them on the tree. Our Christmas Kids Activity Pack includes coloring pages, puzzles and activity sheets in English and Spanish.

4. Play Christmas bingo and I Spy

Bingo works for a whole class or a family table. Use small candies, buttons or paper squares as markers. Christmas I Spy pages are great for car rides and waiting rooms.

5. Do word searches and mazes

Puzzles build vocabulary (star, gift, reindeer, snow) and are perfect for early finishers. Bilingual sheets add Spanish words like estrella, regalo, reno, nieve.

6. Learn about Christmas around the world

In class, compare traditions: Las Posadas in Mexico, St. Lucia Day in Sweden, or Three Kings Day on January 6. Kids can draw one tradition and share it.

7. Celebrate every December holiday

Many classrooms include more than one holiday. Pair Christmas with our Hanukkah Kids Activity Pack and Kwanzaa Kids Activity Pack so every family sees their celebration.

8. Plan a low-prep winter class party

Try a 45–60 minute plan: a coloring warm-up, a bingo round, two or three craft or puzzle stations and snack time. Non-food treats like stickers and pencils keep it allergy-friendly.

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Frequently asked questions

What are easy Christmas activities for kids?

Coloring pages, a paper advent countdown, a letter to Santa, Christmas bingo, word searches and paper ornaments are easy and need little prep.

What Christmas activities work in a classroom?

Bingo, Christmas around the world, puzzle stations and craft stations work well, and you can include Hanukkah and Kwanzaa activities too.

How can I keep kids busy over winter break?

Print a set of coloring pages, puzzles and an advent countdown once and use them a little each day.

Are there bilingual Christmas printables?

Yes. The Thanks in Kind Christmas Kids Activity Pack includes English and Spanish versions of each page.

Where can I get printable Christmas activities for kids?

The Christmas Kids Activity Pack from Thanks in Kind is an instant download you can print at home or school.