We’re rounding up some of our favorite last-minute kids’ Christmas crafts & snacks to help you make merry Christmas memories with the kids! Undoubtedly, you’re sure to “Have Yourself A Merry ‘LITTLES’ Christmas” with these simple snack recipes and creative crafts for the kiddos.
1. Reindeer Treat Bags
Whether you opt to make Santa’s reindeer a snack for Christmas Eve or want to include the kiddos in the fun of giving to others — making these reindeer treat bags with the kids are sure to create magical memories you’ll both hold dear for a lifetime!
2. Reindeer Puppy Chow Recipe
Carrots are an easy snack … but so is this reindeer puppy chow recipe! Which, without a doubt, you know you’ll enjoy just as much as “Santa’s reindeer”😜.
Make It A Dance Party!
We’re guessing you’ve heard of “The Mashed Potato” and “The Twist“?! Perhaps even “The Turkey Trot“?
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Why not play your favorite Christmas music and have a little dance party with the kids while shaking around the kitchen with this sweet snack mix in a giant paper bag full of powdered sugar and see what your kids call it?!
What’s more, we’d love for you to come back here and let us know in the comments below the name of their dance!
3. 🔎I Spy … A Kid’s Christmas Activity!
Our FREE PRINTABLE is fun for everyone! For the youngest, see if they can find all of the hidden objects. Add a challenge and time the older kids to see who can find all the items the fastest. Additionally, extend the fun in our picture search activity by coloring in the objects.
4. Snow Globe Kids’ Christmas Craft
While this kids’ craft may spawn a quick trip to the dollar store for a few supplies, we think you’ll find it totally worth it! Our DIY Snow Globe makes the perfect handmade kids’ gift to give grandparents and more. Additionally, you can customize each snow globe with a specially chosen photo for each recipient or allow your kiddos to simply draw or color something special!
5. Kids’ Craft … Under Construction
What to do with all those boxes?! Help the kiddos construct something fun like this Bronner’s “pop up” store shared by the Vasas family!
Small boxes also present perfect opportunities for your kids to unplug and get crafty! Check out our post on recycling shipping boxes with ideas shared by our wonderful community of Christmas enthusiasts!
How to Make Handprint Reindeer and Other Christmas Crafts with Construction Paper
Creating festive handprint crafts is a delightful way to engage the whole family in holiday activities. With simple materials like construction paper, googly eyes, and pom poms, you can bring holiday magic to life. Here’s how:
Handprint Reindeer
- Materials Needed:
- Brown construction paper
- Googly eyes
- Pom poms (preferably red for Rudolph’s nose)
- Scissors
- Glue
- Steps:
- Trace & Cut: Have each family member trace their hand on the brown construction paper. Carefully cut out the handprints.
- Assemble the Face: Glue a pom pom where you want the reindeer’s nose to be. Attach googly eyes above.
- Decorate: Add personal touches with markers or stickers for added flair and character.
Handprint Christmas Tree
- Materials Needed:
- Green construction paper
- Star stickers or cutouts
- Other decorative items (like tiny pom poms)
- Glue
- Steps:
- Trace & Cut: Trace and cut out several handprints on the green paper.
- Build the Tree: Arrange the handprints with fingers pointing downward. Start with a wide base and layer upward in a tree shape.
- Decorate: Top with a star and embellish with colorful pom poms or stickers to mimic ornaments.
Handprint Santa Claus
- Materials Needed:
- Red and white construction paper
- Cotton balls
- Googly eyes
- Markers
- Glue
- Steps:
- Trace & Cut: Trace a handprint on the red paper for Santa’s suit and a smaller handprint on the white paper for his beard.
- Create Santa’s Face: Glue the white handprint over the bottom of the red handprint. Use cotton balls to form Santa’s beard and hat trim.
- Add Features: Glue on googly eyes and draw Santa’s smiling face.
Tips for Success:
- Variation: Use different sizes of handprints to add dimension and uniqueness to each craft piece.
- Customization: Encourage the kids to use their creativity for custom decorations and colors.
This crafting session is not only fun but also a wonderful keepsake to remember Christmas with family.
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