Simple Holiday Recipes, Crafts & Decorations for Toddlers–Kindergarteners (With a Few Infant Ideas Too!)
December is full of sparkle—and busy schedules! This season, let’s slow down and enjoy hands-on festive fun and easy Christmas activities with your little ones. These easy crafts, treats, and DIY decorations are perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, and even curious infants.
Easy Holiday Crafts
- Cinnamon Stick Reindeer – Add googly eyes, a red pom-pom, and pipe cleaner antlers.
- Paper Strip Trees – Glue paper strips into a tree shape and decorate with stickers.
- Handprint Wreaths – Trace, cut, and glue handprints into a festive circle.
- Tinfoil Star Ornaments – Wrap cardboard stars in foil and decorate.
Infants: Sensory Color Bag Tree – A taped-down, mess-free sensory bag with green-tinted yogurt or purée.
Festive Fun DIY Decorations
- Pom-Pom Garland – Thread colorful pom-poms onto yarn for a cheerful banner.
- Snowflake Window Clings – Create puffy-paint snowflakes to stick on windows.
- Cotton Ball Santa – Glue cotton balls onto a Santa cutout.
- Pinecone Ornaments – Add white paint, glitter, and ribbon.
Infants: Soft Ornament Basket – Fill a basket with safe, soft holiday items to explore.
No-Fuss Recipes
- Reindeer Snack Cups – Decorated cups filled with trail mix or cereal.
- Mini Graham Cracker Houses – Build tiny houses with frosting and toppings.
- Marshmallow Snowpeople – Stack marshmallows and add fun details.
- No-Bake Oat Balls – Quick, kid-friendly snack balls.
Infants: Applesauce Stir & Taste – Soft, warm, cinnamon applesauce made together.
Parent Tip
Keep it fun, not perfect. Offer a few choices, turn on festive music, and enjoy creative moments together.
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