Unleash your toddler’s imagination with this list of preschool Christmas crafts. Turn a paper plate into a jolly Santa or a pinecone into a Christmas tree and create some lasting holiday memories as a family!
The holiday season is a time of twinkling lights, cozy sweaters, and the unmistakable sound of little feet pattering around in excitement.
As a parent, there’s nothing quite like sharing the magic of Christmas with your preschoolers, and what better way to do so than diving into a world of festive kids’ crafting?
Christmas crafts for preschoolers aren’t just about creating adorable decorations; they’re about building memories that shine brighter than any ornament on the tree.
Imagine your home transforming into a mini Santa’s workshop, with pipe cleaners, glitter, and giggles in abundance.
Each craft project is an adventure, a little journey of creativity where you and your little ones can explore, create, and learn together.
We’re talking about crafts that are easy enough for tiny hands but engaging enough to light up their imaginations like a Christmas tree.
In this handpicked collection, you’ll find a variety of jolly projects tailored for the preschool set.
From handprint ornaments that capture those tiny fingers in time to homemade cards that carry more love than any store-bought greeting. Each craft is a heartwarming opportunity to bond and celebrate the season’s joy.
So, let’s roll up our sleeves (or better yet, put on those cute little aprons), clear out some crafting space, and get ready to deck the halls with boughs of holly and handcrafted cheer.
Scroll down and embark on a festive crafting journey that’s sure to sprinkle your holiday season with laughter, creativity, and a whole lot of love.
Let’s create those treasured memories, one glittery, sparkly Christmas project at a time!
Preschool Christmas Crafts
Unleash your toddler's imagination and create some lasting holiday memories as a family with this list of Christmas projects for preschoolers!
Paper Chain Advent Calendar
Children can assemble their own easy holiday paper chain countdown using this tutorial! This kids advent calendar is made from construction paper, candy-free.
Popsicle Santa Hats
This craft uses popsicle sticks with cotton balls and paper to make Santa's hat! Create as many as you like and spread them around your home.
Clay Pot Christmas Trees
Learn how to make clay pot Christmas trees using simple craft store supplies! Kids will love painting and adding dot ornaments to make these for decor.
Fork-Painted Wreath
Use a fork and green paint to create a wreath. Then add colorful ornaments with your fingers or a Q-tip!
Colorful Star Ornaments
If you're looking for Christmas crafts using popsicle sticks for toddlers and preschoolers, this is a great idea. Kids get to paint and add pom poms to their star ornaments. So fun!
Handprint Ornament
Learn the easiest way to make a handprint ornament! Make special memories with these three cute and easy ideas: Santa, Christmas tree, and Reindeer.
Paper Plate Christmas Tree
I think every list of kid's crafts has to have at least one paper plate project. I like how this one makes a 3D tree that can stand on its own.
Christmas Light Art
Use chalk and a homemade Christmas light stencil to make your own holiday light art. I love how the chalk on black construction paper makes it look like the lights are shining!
Kid Painted Ornaments
This is a wonderful way to allow your preschooler to get messy with paint while still creating a beautiful ornament for your tree!
Christmas Sweater Collage
This art project is sure to be a hit with a group of kids! Each kid decorates their own ugly Christmas sweater with the craft supplies you put in divided trays.
Pine Cone Christmas Trees
Learn how to make the cutest pine cone Christmas trees, a fun holiday craft idea for kids! This is a great family activity and very easy. It can be simplified for younger children and older siblings can really make it their own.
Paper Plate Santa Mask
Everyone can pretend to be Santa Claus with this paper plate craft. Kids will love making it, and then wearing it while they pretend!
Reindeer Purse
Every preschooler likes to feel grown up. Why not have a fun holiday purse to carry around their little trinkets? This reindeer paper plate purse is adorable!
Oversized Ornaments
Have your toddler make some giant ornaments for the tree this year. These are made using paper plates, tissue paper and pipe cleaners!
Gingerbread Man
This toilet paper roll gingerbread man craft is yet another holiday craft idea using simple, inexpensive and recycled materials. Perfect for kids of all ages including preschool and toddlers.
Wreath Photo Frame
Learn how to make a Christmas photo frame using puzzle pieces – such a fun kids’ craft for the holidays, and it looks like a wreath when finished.
Cardboard Christmas Tree
Use up some of your paper scraps cardboard with this recycled craft for Christmas. Each tree will be bright, colorful and unique!
Scrunched Paper Candy Cane
Toddlers love to scrunch up paper! Have a big paper scrunching session and then separate and glue them to make a candy cane decoration.
Cardboard Tube Christmas Tree
Have your kids pick out their favorite photo to top these toilet paper roll Christmas trees.
Snowman Wreath
Learn how to make a snowman wreath in just a few easy steps! This is simple enough for kids, but adults will also enjoy this winter craft idea.
Salad Spinner Ornaments
Use a salad spinner to create unique ornaments for your Christmas tree. Kids really enjoy this activity!
Potato Masher Ornament
Here is another kitchen utensil Christmas craft. This time you will use a potato masher and paint to make fun ornaments on paper!
Popsicle Stick Tree Ornament
Remember the Bedazzler? This ornament reminds me of that fun blast from the past! With glitter and rhinestones, kids are going to love making this tree.
Christmas Rock Painting
You might think that preschoolers are too young for rock painting. However, they can still get involved by painting rocks in solid colors and adding fun sticker embellishments!
Tissue Paper Wreath
Making a tissue paper Christmas wreath is a great Christmas craft for kids. This easy craft combines fun textures to create a holiday wreath that any parent will want to display.
Fingerprint Christmas Lights
This fingerprint art is perfect for toddlers! They can draw any design for the cord and then add lights with their fingers and paint.
Gnome Handprint Cards
This gnome handprint card is the perfect Christmas card for kids to make. They will love tracing their hand and customizing their own gnomes.
Symmetry Christmas Tree
Download this free printable and teach your toddler about symmetry. They can paint one side and then squish it in half to decorate the other side!
Sugar Christmas Ornaments
Learn how to make these sugar ornaments for Christmas – using things you already have on hand! Easy, inexpensive, and kids will love them.
Suncatcher Ornament
You could hang this as an ornament on the tree, or on a hook on a window. The center of the tree has a cool design that will show with the light!
Bubble-Wrap Snowman
This toddler-friendly craft is super fun! Bonus? You probably already have all of the materials handy!
Handprint Christmas Tree Card
This cute card is something the grandparents would love to get in the mail! Plus, what kid doesn't love getting paint all over their hands?
Reindeer Ornaments
Turn craft sticks into reindeer with this ornament craft. Googly eyes and pom pom noses are very easy for toddlers to add!
Pipe Cleaner Icicle Ornaments
This easy icicle ornament is made with pipe cleaners and beads and is an easy Christmas craft for toddlers and preschoolers to make for the Christmas tree. It’s also a great activity to help kids strengthen their fine-motor skills.
Paper Cup Christmas Tree
Are you looking for an inexpensive, mess-free, and super easy Christmas craft for kids? This fun little paper cup tree is simple enough for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners.
Christmas Wreath Making Station
Cut squares of green paper and punch out holes from red paper to add to a Christmas wreath making station. Hang the final product on your child's bedroom door!
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