Christmas is only 16 days away…can you believe it? I am still puzzled as to how fast this year has gone by. I know that many retailers have had Christmas stuff out since October, but I really like to get in the holiday mood closer to the 25th. In my mind, celebrating too early ruins the novelty of Christmas. I generally like to start talking about winter (think snowmen, penguins, and mittens) at the beginning of December with my students. Around week 2 or 3 we begin to talk about Christmas (we go on break the week before the 25th). Most kids are dying to talk about it sooner, but I try to divert them (haha).
This year’s first project: Christmas Trees
Materials: 1/4 of a paper plate, green paint, paintbrush, wooden craft stick, paper/stickers/jewels, stapler
Time: 10 minutes
1) Staple the wooden craft stick to the back of the paper plate.
2) Paint the paper plate green. Let dry for 5 minutes.
3) Apply stickers and/or jewels to decorate your tree.
This craft is super quick and makes an excellent prop for plays or assemblies. 🎄Enjoy!
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Well, it is a little over a week until Christmas. Here is one of my favorite Christmas crafts for kids. Winter break is coming up so make sure you are prepared to keep the kiddos occupied!
What cute popsicle stick trees!
Thanks!