Printable Christmas Countdown Coloring Sheet
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It’s that time of year again, and the best way to get the whole family or class in the holiday spirit is with a cheerful printable Christmas countdown!
Even though this worksheet stands alone, it will give young ones a spark of magic every day from the beginning of December all the way to the long-awaited Christmas morning.
This joyful activity is not only a good reminder that Santa’s keeping count of who’s naughty or nice, but it’s a fun, interactive canvas to help children channel their giddy energy that builds up while waiting to see what Santa left for them under the tree.
It’s perfect for busy families looking for a quick and easy holiday activity that even a Scrooge can enjoy, as well as classroom projects with holiday flair that students can complete individually or together as a class!
Looking for Christmas-themed party handouts? This printable Christmas countdown is a must-have that’s free, readily accessible with a printer, and only requires three materials—printing paper, black ink, and coloring materials (crayons, markers, gel pens, etc.)—that’s it! You can even add extra holiday spice with optional materials like stickers, stamps, stick-on jewels, or anything a child’s (or helpful adult’s) imagination can think of.
Let’s find out more about how this unique activity is for more than just one day of the year, and discover how additional resources you’ll love can turn this printable Christmas countdown into a magical package kids will look forward to year after year!
What’s Included And How To Use Our Countdown Chart
This printable Christmas countdown might be a standalone, but it’s no short on Christmas spirit. The sheet features 25 adorable holiday-themed pictures that every child will recognize, pieced together to form one of Christmas’ most famous icons—a Christmas tree!
While simplistic in design, its magical charm will captivate excited minds through its clean, sharp imagery. Every picture is numbered from 1 to 25, counting down each Yuletide day until little ones blink awake on Christmas morning. Complete the countdown each day by coloring the corresponding image (though Santa won’t mind if eager hands want to color out of order).
By Christmas Day, children will have their own holiday tree decorated with various merry-filled pictures: a friendly snowman, yummy holiday treats, elf-made toys, Santa’s must-haves, and more! Each tree element is unique, so that children can maintain their countdown excitement without the Grinch of doubles stealing their joy.
The best part of this printable Christmas countdown? It’s a gift that keeps on giving! See below how you can transform this worksheet into something much more than a coloring activity.
Fun Ideas to Make It Extra Special
Did you think the elves at Santa’s workshop only had coloring in mind? Ho ho ho—Santa doesn’t think so! This printable Christmas countdown is genuinely a gift that keeps on giving. Some fun ideas for maximizing the magic include:
- Singing fun Christmas carols that correlate with each tree element (e.g., when coloring the reindeer, sing “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”).
- Discussing the meaning of the image, which promotes family bonding and social skills while reducing screen time.
- Adding extra crafty materials like stickers, stamps, or jewels to the Christmas tree to make it twinkle and shine!
- Practicing gratitude by using each day’s coloring moment to share what everyone is thankful for.
- When coloring the gingerbread man, bake or decorate a batch of tasty cookies.
- When coloring the gingerbread house, put together a yummy one that the family can snack on while the countdown continues.
- For the wreath, decorate a plain craft wreath and hang it on the door for Santa and the carolers.
- Using extra sheets as party handouts or for a spontaneous scavenger hunt during a family outing (additional scavenger sheets are available).
- For young elementary children, use the sheet as a multi-layered learning activity to practice identifying and spelling the pictures.
- Using the corresponding picture on movie nights to help the family choose a holiday-themed film to watch.
- Day one’s neatly wrapped gift is an excellent reminder to create Christmas wishlists and write letters to Santa.
The possibilities are endless, especially with more fun Christmas printables
More Fun Christmas Printables
The printable Christmas countdown shines brightly on its own, but you can easily turn it into a complete festive package by adding these bonus worksheets!
Is a mischievous little elf visiting your home or classroom this season to bring holiday pranks and festive antics? Welcome back or introduce Santa’s helper to your children with silly, quirky arrival letters! Both printable and editable, these letters add a touch of Christmas magic and can be tailored to every child, household, and classroom for an unforgettable experience.
Does coordinating the naughty elf rain on your holiday parade? Browse 24 preplanned elf ideas and complementary printable letters to get you through December without a worry (see our planner)! If you fall under the weather or forget a day after last-minute gift shopping, don’t sweat it! Choose from 6 printable excuse letters to keep your misbehaving elf engaged without the silly mess.
When the fun ends and it’s time to send your elf friend back to the North Pole, printable departure letters are the perfect way to help the kids say goodbye until next year!
When the daily countdown is completed and the kids are hungry for more, these Christmas activity sheets will keep them entertained. These 12 sheets feature a mix of fun, themed activities designed to encourage natural learning opportunities.
The types of activities include:
- Word searches
- Coloring in
- Number puzzles
- Tic Tac Toe
- Word connections
- Christmas anagrams
- Dot-to-dot puzzles
- And more!
The collection is free and easy to download. Each activity is fresh, brightly colored, and neatly arranged to retain excitement and support learning that parents and teachers love, such as:
- Cognitive development
- Fine motor skills
- Literacy and vocabulary building
- Numeracy
- Creativity
Complete one sheet a day for nearly two weeks, or divide them into halves to ensure a unique activity is available every day alongside the Christmas countdown sheet.
For a memorable holiday experience, combine the countdown, elf letters, and printable activities to create a festive environment filled with laughter, learning, and the joy of the Christmas spirit!