FREE BUILD A CHRISTMAS TREE PRINTABLE CRAFT
Looking for fun Christmas craft ideas to keep kids busy and entertained this holiday season?
This Free Build A Christmas Tree Printable is just one you need- a perfect Christmas tree craft, preschool activity and fun way to get into Christmas spirit.
The best part is you can use this printable Christmas tree for holiday decor made by kids, turn into handmade cards, or as a fun classroom Christmas activity for pre-schoolers or young kids.
When the holiday season rolls around, nothing brings more joy to kids than decorating the Christmas tree. With its twinkling lights, sparkling ornaments, and a glowing star on top, the Christmas tree is always a beloved symbol of festive cheer.
For kids who can’t get enough of tree decorating, we’ve got just the thing- a free Build your own Christmas Tree Printable that lets them decorate their own Xmas tree from scratch!
Free Build a Christmas Tree Printable
Our cut-out build a Christmas tree printable includes two pages:
- Page 1: The Christmas tree base and a star for the top.
- Page 2: A variety of ornaments and decorations, including baubles, candy canes, stockings, and presents to decorate the tree.
How Can You Use This Christmas Tree Printable?
This build your own Christmas tree craft template is incredibly versatile and can be used in several ways throughout the holiday season.
Here are a few ideas on how use this Christmas tree template:
- Holiday Decor: Once your child has built his tree, you can display it as part of your Christmas decorations! Hang it on the fridge, use it as a window decoration, or even frame it as a festive addition to your home.
- Christmas Card Craft: Turn this project into a handmade card. Simply fold a piece of cardstock, glue the completed tree on the front, and let your kid add a holiday message inside. Won’t it be a perfect card for grandparents?!
- Use as Gift Tag or Ornament: After your child decorates their tree, cut it out and punch a hole at the top. Add a string or ribbon to turn it into a handmade gift tag or ornament for your Christmas presents.
- Kids Classroom or Group Activity: This printable is perfect for classroom Christmas parties, playdates, or family gatherings. Kids can have fun decorating their trees together while getting into the Christmas spirit.
- Quiet Time or Busy Box: Keep this printable handy as a simple and quiet activity to occupy kids while you’re busy with holiday preparations.
- Learning and Fine Motor Skills: Beyond just being fun, this cut and glue paper craft can help younger kids develop important motor skills like cutting, gluing, following instructions along with hand-eye coordination.
Supplies You’ll Need
To get started, you’ll need just a few basic supplies:
- Lamination Machine
- Printer
- White cardstock or paper
- Scissors (safety scissors for younger children)
- Glue stick
- Crayons, markers, or colored pencils (if coloring the snowman)
How to Build Your Christmas Tree
- Download and Print: First, grab your free Christmas tree printable and print both pages on sturdy paper for easier cutting and assembling.
- Color: Let kids color in the tree and ornaments before cutting them out.
- Cut Out: Carefully cut out the tree, star, and all the decorations from both pages.
- Build and Decorate: Using glue or tape, let your child decorate the tree by arranging and attaching the ornaments however they like.
- Display or Gift: Once complete, the decorated tree can be displayed as part of your holiday décor or used as a handmade card or gift tag.
Get Your Free Build a Christmas Tree Printable PDF
Ready to start decorating your tree?
Click below to download your free cut-out build a Christmas tree printable.
More Christmas Craft Ideas
Looking for more holiday-themed printables? Check out these other festive activities:
- Build a Snowman Template: A fun winter craft that lets kids create their own snowman indoors.
- Build a Reindeer Template: A fun winter craft that lets kids create their own snowman indoors.
- Free Christmas Tree Templates: Need a Christmas tree template for your upcoming holiday craft or Christmas activity?
I hope you and your kids will enjoy this Christmas tree craft. Let me know how it goes in the comment section! Have fun!
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