It always feels fantastic to receive surprises on special occasions. Christmas Card Day is observed on the 9th of December each year. This tremendous event brings families closer to each other through creativity. When this creativity comes from our youngsters, it takes us to cloud nine with happiness. To bring about this warm gesture for you and boost your child’s imagination, Ideazsuper presents simple card-making ideas for preschoolers to create handmade expressions of love.
The Story behind Christmas Card Day
In 1843, Sir Henry Cole introduced the tradition of sending the first saleable Christmas card. This celebration helps children express love and create bonds using artistic expression. Every year, this gesture brings warmth to many people’s hearts, making it an ideal activity for preschoolers while polishing their cognitive abilities and imagination.
Why Make Cards with Preschoolers
Creating a Christmas card family update helps develop essential skills in young children:
| Skill Development | Benefits |
| Fine Motor Skills | Cutting, colouring, and pasting |
| Creativity | Exploring colours and designs |
| Communication | Expressing feelings through art |
| Social Skills | Sharing and working together |
Simple Card-Making Ideas for Little Hands
Below are some simple Christmas card-making ideas that preschoolers can easily execute.
1. Christmas Fox Card Design
Create an adorable woodland scene using the following:
- Orange paper for the fox
- Cotton balls for snow
- Googly eyes
- Simple shapes for trees
- Card Winter Wonderland
2. Card Dress
Transform a plain Christmas card dress into a snowy masterpiece with the following:
- Blue construction paper
- White paint for fingerprint snowflakes
- Silver glitter (with adult supervision)
- Cotton balls for snow
3. Rainbow Handprint Card
- Paint each finger a different colour
- Press the hand onto the white cardstock
- Add cotton ball clouds at the base
- Draw a simple smile underneath
4. Sticker Scene Card
- Start with a plain-colored background
- Let children arrange seasonal stickers
- Add sparkle with glitter dots
- Finish with their name at the bottom
5. Tissue Paper Collage
- Crumple small tissue paper pieces
- Glue them in simple shapes like hearts or stars
- Create a mosaic effect
- Add a simple border with markers
6. Nature Print Card
- Collect leaves or flowers
- Paint one side with washable paint
- Press onto cardstock
- Create garden scenes with multiple prints
7. Bubble Wrap Prints
- Paint bubble wrap with bright colours
- Press onto folded cardstock
- Create patterns by rotating the wrap
- Add simple details with markers
Easy Christmas card Activities
| Card Design | Materials Needed | Steps | Safety Note |
| Potato Stamp Trees | • Potato • Paint • Paper • Knife (for adults) | 1. Adult carves a triangle in a potato 2. Dip in paint 3. Press on the card 4. Create multiple prints | Adults must cut a potato |
| Handprint Reindeer | • Brown paint • Red pompom • Googly eyes • Paper | 1. Paint the child’s palm brown 2. Press on paper 3. Add pompom nose 4. Attach eyes | Supervise paint use |
| Button Ornaments | • Various buttons • Glue • String • Paper | 1. Draw a tree outline 2. Arrange buttons 3. Glue in place 4. Add string details | Monitor small buttons |
| Finger-Paint Holly | • Green paint • Red paint • Paper • Wipes | 1. Make green leaf prints 2. Add red berry prints 3. Let dry 4. Add details | Use washable paint |
| Cut and Stick Tree | • Pre-cut ornaments • Tree Template • Glue • Paper | 1. Adult cuts pieces 2. Child applies glue 3. Stick ornaments 4. Decorate the tree | The adult handles cutting |
Tips for a Successful Card-Making Session
- Prepare materials in advance
- Cover the workspace with a newspaper
- Use washable art supplies
- Keep wet wipes handy
- Work in small groups
- Display finished cards proudly
Related Activities at Ideazsuper
Explore our collection of:
- Seasonal activity sheets
- Creative worksheets for toddlers
- Winter-themed learning resources
Making It Educational
Transform this creative activity into a learning experience by incorporating:
- Color recognition
- Shape identification
- Counting elements
- Letter practice
- Basic math concepts
Safety and Supervision
Remember to:
- Use child-safe materials
- Supervise scissor use
- Choose non-toxic supplies
- Keep small items away from very young children
- Maintain a clean workspace
Creating Family Traditions
Make Christmas Card Day special by:
- Setting aside dedicated crafting time
- Taking photos of the process
- Creating cards for family members
- Displaying finished works
- Starting a card collection
Let’s make this Christmas Card Day a memorable experience for your little ones! Remember to check out our special December international days educational worksheets to make your card-making session even more special and super easy. Happy Christmas card crafting!
Printable Christmas Cards
