December Crafts For Kids

Celebrating the end of the year with tons of quick and easy December crafts for kids. Winter, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, New Year's Eve, and more!

Our December crafts for kids are full of Christmas crafts, winter crafts, New Year's Eve crafts, and other holiday season fun ideas.

December is always a fun month around our house. We are all gearing up for Christmas and New Year and all the holiday fun!

If you enjoy easy crafts like these ones, make sure to check out last month’s November Crafts For Kids along with our 101+ Easy Craft Ideas for kids.

You can also find lots of great printable coloring pages, games, and crafts at one of our most popular posts, 101+ Free Printables For Kids. Also if you're into purchasing your crafts, don't miss our Crafting Kits For Kids.

Download Free Printable Checklist For December Crafts For Kids

For those that like a printable version, then we have you covered. Enter your name and email below and it will take you straight to the pdf for free.

December Crafts Table of Context

Here is an index of all our fun arts, crafts, and activities this December.

December Arts and Crafts

There are so many great crafts for kids of all ages. We are sharing some of our favorite December preschool crafts for the little ones' craft time to fun Christmas craft ideas and fun Winter craft Ideas with beautiful snowflake crafts, Christmas tree crafts, and fun ideas to give as gifts that your older kids are sure to have fun with too.

Enjoy all our simple December crafts that are full of popsicle sticks, paper plates, and tissue paper fun. Pick a fun Winter art project and get ready for some fun winter activities.

December Fun Facts

Looking for all kinds of fun facts about December, then head over and load up on all the fun. Comes with a fun free printable version too.

Christmas Crafts For Kids

We have all kinds of fun Christmas Craft Ideas that are sure to be some of your favorite crafts this December.

Christmas Facts

Discover fascinating Christmas facts and traditions from around the world in this holiday-themed collection.

Printable Christmas Ornament

This free reindeer printable Christmas ornament is a fun craft for kids. They can color and decorate however they like and it makes us so happy. We have three other characters in addition to the reindeer.

3D Paper Christmas Tree

Celebrate the holiday season with this super fun and free printable paper Christmas tree craft. The kids will love to decorate the tree and display it all season long.

DIY Disney Ornaments

Have some Disney fun with these DIY dollar tree ornaments.

Christmas Stocking Template Craft

Have some stocking decorating fun with this printable Christmas craft!

Kids Ugly Christmas Sweater

Let the creativity run wild with this fun ugly sweater craft. Pom poms, puffy paint, and hot glue have nothing on this fabulous craft.

Craft Elf

Celebrate the holiday season with this paper elf craft!

Christmas Village Wine Cork Ornaments

Is there anything sweeter than a Christmas village? I think not! These wine cork ornaments painted to represent a Christmas village are the perfect addition to any holiday decor.

Paper Plate Reindeer Craft

Turn a simple paper plate into a fun reindeer craft that will keep the little hands busy for at least 30 minutes. Easy Christmas crafts with supplies you have at home already. Lots of fun.

Mickey Mouse Ornament

Have some Disney fun with these dollar tree ornaments.

Christmas Tree Cones

Have some tree-decorating fun with these fun cone Christmas trees with a free printable template.

Nutcracker Christmas Bookmark Craft

Fun Christmas paper craft that can be a fun Christmas bookmark or nutcracker puppet craft.

Christmas Tree Craft

These fun and festive yarn Christmas trees are a great craft for kids of all ages. We have included a free printable Christmas tree template and then let the kids imaginations run wild.

Reindeer Crafts For Kids

Looking for fun Christmas kid's crafts, then we have you covered with these super cute, simple reindeer crafts. There are all kinds of fun

Toilet Paper Roll Snowman

Have some December crafting fun with this fun free printable toilet paper roll snowman craft. This is a great idea for the holidays or as a winter art project.

Pop Up Christmas Tree Card

Brighten someone's day with a fun homemade card like this 3D Christmas Tree card.

DIY Birdhouse Christmas Village

Looking for a simple and colorful Christmas Village display for the kids, then we have you covered with this Birdhouse DIY Christmas Village.

DIY Wine Cork Snowman Ornaments

These snowman Christmas tree ornaments are all kinds of fun. They are a fun kids' craft all winter long and great at helping their fine motor skills by adding the pipe cleaner and buttons.

Jingle Bells Wreath Ornament

Bringing the Jingle Bells book to life with this fun jingle bell ornament craft. With just a few supplies from the dollar store, this fun kid's craft will spruce up your Christmas tree.

Modern Christmas Trees

These modern paper Christmas trees are all kinds of fun for the kids to make. They can be made with a simple piece of construction paper and a pair of scissors. These are so much fun for ornaments, garlands, or just for a fun decoration around the house.

Christmas Handprint Craft

Have some handprint and footprint fun with this fun Christmas craft. They make fabulous memories for many years.

Edible Christmas Trees

The whole family will want to get in on this fun with food crafts. These edible trees are all kinds of sweet.

Wine Corn Snowflake Craft

These snowflake crafts are fun crafts for kids of all ages. The best part is that they can be made into whatever color you are decorating with. This can make a cute winter craft as well as a perfect Christmas decoration.

The Grinch Heart Growing Ornament

These are fun ornaments with the Grinch and his growing heart.

Popsicle Stick Reindeer

Grab a few craft sticks and a couple more supplies to make this cute reindeer.

Reindeer String Art

Bring the spirit of the season to life with our Reindeer String Art, a festive and creative craft that adds a touch of holiday charm to your home decor!

Target Wood Ornament

Pick these sweet ornaments from the Target dollar spot.

Sugar Plum Fairies Christmas Ornament

Add enchantment to your holiday decor with our Sugar Plum Fairies Christmas Ornament, a whimsical and delightful addition to your festive tree-trimming festivities!

Yarn Christmas Trees Craft

Have some fun with yarn and these cone trees.

DIY Christmas Advent Calendar

Looking for a fun countdown to Christmas that the kids will love, then we have you covered with this easy budget-friendly DIY Christmas Advent Calendar.

Burlap Christmas Trees

Elevate your holiday decor with our Burlap Christmas Trees, a rustic and charming addition that brings a touch of warmth and festive flair to your seasonal celebrations!

Santa Crafts for Kids

Looking for some fun Santa Clause crafts this holiday season? We have some great crafts for kids and adults alike. 

DIY Christmas Crafts to Make

Looking for fun Christmas crafts to make, then we have some really fun and easy crafts including Christmas trees, Christmas ornaments, and more.

Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats

Delight your taste buds and festive spirit with our adorable Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats, a sweet and whimsical addition to your Christmas celebrations!

Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats

Experience the joy of the season with our Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats, a delightful and tasty craft perfect for spreading holiday cheer!

Grinch Rice Krispie Treats

Capture the whimsy of the season with our Grinch Rice Krispie Treats, a festive and delicious twist on a classic holiday favorite!

Winter Crafts

December is the first month of the Winter Season. Check out these fun cool temperature activities.

Take a look at all these fun Winter crafts. There are winter art projects full of cotton balls, coffee filters, white paint, and googly eyes. These are a great way to get your kids through the winter months (December, January, and February) and snow days. There are even snowman and polar bear craft projects that make the best winter crafts.

Winter Facts

Explore interesting facts and fun tidbits about the winter season in this informative compilation.

Paper Plate Penguin Craft

This sweet paper plate penguin is a great kiddie craft throughout all of Winter.

How to Make Fake Snow

With just two ingredients, you can make this fun fake snow.

Mini Snowman Hat Craft

A fun mini snowman hat made of yarn. All kinds of winter craft fun!

Popsicle Stick Bird Feeder

Create a haven for feathered friends with our Popsicle Stick Bird Feeder, a simple and enjoyable DIY project that brings joy to both crafters and backyard birds alike!

Polar Bear Paper Plate Craft

Transform your winter crafting into an Arctic adventure with our delightful polar bear craft, a perfect way to add frosty fun to the season!

New Year's Crafts

Celebrate New Year's Eve with these fun celebratory-themed crafts, printables, and activities.

New Year Fun Facts

Discover fascinating New Year's fun facts that will spark your curiosity and make the holiday even more special.

New Year Countdown Clock

We’re adding some special touches to our festivities and creating these fun New Year's Countdown Clock Baggies for our family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration.

Kid's New Year's Eve Party

Celebrating the New Year with some fun that the kids will love, then we have you covered with this sparkly kid New Year's Eve Party!

Star Craft For Kids

This super fun star craft for kids can be fun for kids of all ages. In this world, sponge craft is simple yet fun!

New Years Wreath

This fun paper plate craft makes for a perfect New Year's Wreath. The perfect star craft for kids to make on New Year's Eve.

Other December Crafts

Hanukkah Crafts

Facts About Hanukkah

Explore the intriguing Facts About Hanukkah, delving into the traditions, history, and festivities that make this Jewish celebration special!

Happy Hanukkah Coloring Page

Print out these fun free printable Happy Hanukkah coloring pages for your eight nights of lights.

Hanukkah Word Search

Enjoy the holiday spirit with our Hanukkah Word Search, a delightful activity for kids to discover festive words and engage in joyful learning during the celebration!

• Design Your Own Wooden Dreidel
• Chanukah House Kit
• Hanukkah Candle-Making Kit

Kwanzaa Crafts

Happy Kwanzaa Coloring Page

Celebrate the Kwanzaa holiday with this sweet free coloring page.

• Happy Kwanzaa Paper Chain
• Paper Crafts for Kwanzaa

Other Easy Kids Craft Ideas!

December Printables

Our December printables are full of printable fun for the whole month. These include printable games, puzzles, educational worksheets, and gift tags.

Christmas Printables

From Printable Christmas Coloring Pages to Printable Christmas Games, we have all kinds of Free Christmas Printables.

You've Been Elfed

An entertaining way to give a gift to your neighbors and to keep the holiday spirit alive.

Elf on The Shelf Ideas

Grab this free printable with twenty-five fun ideas for your Elf on the Shelf.

Free Christmas Bingo Printable

Free Christmas Bingo Printable is merry and bright and all kinds of kid fun.

Christmas Tic Tac Toe

Print out a few of these Christmas Tic Tac Toe printables and have some good old fashion fun.

Photo Wrapping Paper

Making your gifts with this personalized Photo Wrapping Paper is so much fun and full of all kinds of printable wrapping paper awesomeness.

Printable Christmas Gift Tags

Make your gifts all that more special with these colorful Printable Christmas Gift Tags – Trees

Homemade With Love Gift Tags

For those that are makers and create the ultimate homemade gift, we have these super sweet Homemade With Love Gift Tags

Christmas Scavenger Hunt Game

Reindeer Facts For Kid

Learn some fun facts and activities for kids about Santa's trusty companions.

The Perfect Last Minute Gift + Printable Card

The Perfect Last-Minute Gift + Printable Card is great for the person in your life that is in need of a massage (p.s. Mom likes these always) 🙂

Christmas Bucket List

Christmas Light Scavenger Hunt

Have some real fun driving around and looking at Christmas lights just got more fun with this free printable Christmas Light Scavenger Hunt.

Christmas Charades

The Christmas Charades game is a lively holiday activity where players act out festive prompts, spreading laughter and joy for all ages!

Christmas Word Search

Warm-up any Christmas classroom party with this fun free printable Christmas word search.

Christmas Word Scrambles

More Holiday word fun with this free printable Christmas word scramble.

Christmas Drawings

Add festive fun to your December crafts with easy Christmas drawings! From Santa to snowmen, these step-by-step guides are perfect for holiday creativity.

Reindeer Drawing Tutorial

Learning to draw a cute cartoon reindeer with our free printable drawing tutorial.

How To Draw The Grinch

Learn to Draw one of the most fun Christmas characters, The Grinch!

How To Draw Santa

Unleash your creativity with our step-by-step guide on How to Draw Santa, making it enjoyable for artists of all ages to capture the festive spirit on paper!

How To Draw a Christmas Stocking

Learn to sketch a charming Christmas stocking with this step-by-step guide, from outlining the classic shape to adding festive details such as bows and trim, resulting in a festive and joyful illustration.

How To Draw Christmas Bell

Create festive magic with our easy step-by-step guide on drawing a Christmas Bell, perfect for adding charm to holiday cards and decorations.

How To Draw Gingerbread Man

Embark on a delightful artistic journey as we guide you step by step through "How to Draw a Gingerbread Man," transforming your paper into a festive and charming holiday companion.

How To Draw a Candy Cane

Create holiday magic with a simple candy cane drawing! This easy step-by-step guide is a fun December craft perfect for adding festive flair to your projects.

Winter Printables

December is the start of the Winter season in the Northern Hemisphere. Have some wintertime fun with these winter-themed printables.

Winter Bingo

Fun all winter long with these free printable winter bingo game boards and calling cards.

Winter Word Search

Word game excitement with this free printable winter words search and answer key.

Winter Word Scramble

Unscramble winter fun with this free printable winter word scramble printable

Winter Matching Game For Kids

Get matching with these fun printable winter themed matching cards.

Penguin Life Cycle

Learn all about penguins and their life cycle with these fun worksheets.

How To Draw Olaf

Embark on a frosty adventure as you learn to draw Olaf from Frozen, following simple instructions to recreate the lovable snowman's whimsical personality and charm on your paper canvas.

How to Draw a Polar Bear

Dive into the art of drawing a polar bear with step-by-step guidance, capturing the majestic features of these Arctic giants and turning a blank page into a wintry masterpiece.

New Years Printables

New Years Bingo

Bingo fun for the whole family with this New Year's Eve Bingo Game.

New Year Word Search

This free printable New Year's word search is great for New Year's Eve parties and ringing at the end of the year!

New Year Printable Goal Setting Worksheet

Have some goal-setting fun with these free printable goal worksheets.

Other December Printables

There are lots of other printable fun this December that are not necessarily holiday related. Below you will find all our fun December printables for some added twelve-month fun!

December Word Search

Get your word search this December. It's great for this time of year.

December Coloring Pages

Experience the magic of December with our delightful coloring pages, featuring festive designs that celebrate the holiday season in all its splendor.

December Color Page

Having some December fun with all these coloring pages. Christmas coloring pages, Hanukkah coloring pages, New Year, and more!

Christmas Coloring Pages

These Christmas coloring pages are full of all kinds of Christmas characters and Holiday Fun!

Printable Christmas Coloring Sheets

Celebrate this Happy Christmas in style with these FREE printable Christmas coloring sheets. Coloring Page and Word Search Included.

Christmas Coloring Pages For Preschoolers

Kids of all ages will enjoy these fun and festive Christmas coloring pages. There is a Christmas stocking coloring page and a snow-filled snowman coloring page too.

Santa Christmas Coloring Pages

Celebrate the holidays with this super fun and free Santa Christmas Coloring Pages. We even have a build Santa printables too!

Cute Reindeer Coloring Sheet for Kids

Let our cutie reindeer lead the way for Santa this Christmas and print out this free printable coloring page.

Christmas Color By Numbers

Turn up the holiday spirit with these eight Christmas Color By Number worksheets that are great for kids of all ages.

Ornament Coloring Pages

Have fun with the six different fun unique patterns to color.

Candy Cane Color Page

The sweet treats have nothing on this cute printable coloring page.

Merry Christmas Coloring Pages

These two ornate coloring pages are sure to add lots of coloring fun this Christmas Season.

Christmas Connect The Dots

Have some fun with these free printable Christmas connect the dots five pages.

12 Days of Christmas Coloring Book

These fun 12 days of Christmas coloring pages are full of Christmas fun!

Cute Christmas Coloring Pages

Grab these four Christmas coloring pages for some Holiday fun!

Christmas Activity Coloring Book

These activity pages are full of coloring and lots of different activity fun!

Happy Holidays Coloring Pages

Our kids love our free printable Christmas coloring pages and holiday word search.

Winter Coloring Pages

Free Printable Winter Color By Number

Enjoy the enchantment of winter with Color By Number, where you can add a splash of seasonal colors to create beautiful and festive artwork.

Winter Bookmarks to Color

Reading and coloring fun with these printable bookmarks.

Happy Winter Coloring Page

This cute winter scene is full of Happy Winter.

Narwhal Coloring Page

The winter unicorn of the sea is a fan favorite to color!

New Years Coloring Pages

Happy New Year Coloring Page

Celebrate the New Year with this sweet HAPPY New Year coloring page and word search.

New Years Activity and Coloring Book

Fun National Days in December

Walt Disney's Birthday - December 5th

Disney Countdown

Start a Disney Countdown for the whole family with these fun and engaging activities to build excitement for your magical adventure!

Disney Coloring Pages

Let your kids' creativity shine with our Disney coloring pages, featuring beloved characters for hours of coloring fun!

Mickey Mouse Pumpkin

Celebrate Walt Disney's Birthday with this delightful Mickey Mouse Pumpkin Craft!

Marble Mickey Mouse Craft

Create a unique Marble Mickey Mouse Craft for some Disney-themed creative fun!

National Horse Day - December 13th

H is For Horse Craft

Celebrate National Horse Day with our "H is for Horse" craft, a perfect way for kids to learn and have fun.

National Pumpkin Pie Day - December 25th

Pumpkin Pie Craft

Celebrate National Pumpkin Pie Day with our fun and delicious Pumpkin Pie Craft that kids will love.

Other Monthly Crafts You Might Enjoy

• January Crafts For Kids
• February Crafts For Kids
• March Crafts For Kids

CONNECT WITH MADE WITH HAPPY!

Be sure to follow me on social media, so you never miss a post!

Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Pinterest | Instagram 

Looking for crafts to keep your child busy? Sign up for my 5 Ridiculous HAPPY Activities in under 30 minutes for your kids delivered directly to your inbox!

Find and shop my favorite products in my Amazon storefront here!

December Crafts

PIN IT TO YOUR FAVORITE BOARD ON PINTEREST!

FOLLOW MADE WITH HAPPY ON PINTEREST FOR ALL THINGS HAPPY!