A Simple Christmas Tree Craft for Little Hands
The holiday season is here, and if you’re looking for an easy craft that feels festive without being complicated, this one is a winner. These paper Christmas trees are a fun Christmas activity for preschool activities, kindergarten classrooms, or cozy afternoons at home with little kids.
This simple Christmas tree craft uses simple materials, gives children lots of creative freedom, and—best part—builds important fine motor skills while having so much fun. It’s truly a great way to celebrate the Christmas season with kids of all ages, from younger kids to older kids.
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Why We Love This Craft
This fun Christmas tree craft checks all the boxes:
- It’s an easy Christmas tree craft with no templates required
- Encourages creativity (no two trees look the same!)
- Perfect for little fingers still learning to cut and glue
- A creative way to make festive holiday decorations
It’s a simple project, but the results are perfect little Christmas trees that children feel so proud of that also makes a super cute decoration!
Materials Needed (Simple & Classroom-Friendly)
You’ll only need a few simple materials:
- Dark green paper
- Red paper
- Squares of paper (any Christmas-themed paper, cut into a small piece size)
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Optional: a star sticker for the top of the tree
This is the paper we used: Extra Long Red and Green Paper
That’s it! This is one of those easy Christmas crafts you can pull together quickly during this busy time of year.
How to Make Your Christmas Tree Craft
Step 1: Cut the Squares
Start by giving your child large squares of paper and scissors. Let them cut freely to try to make smaller squares—but really, different shapes, different sizes, messy edges… it all works! This step is fantastic for fine motor skills, especially for little kids and younger kids. We have tons of tips for helping little kids with scissors here.
Step 2: Create a Collage
Have your child glue the pieces onto the green paper however they like. There’s no right or wrong here—this is a fun way to encourage creativity and independence.
Step 3: Cut the Tree Shape
Next, an adult cuts a large tree shape out of the middle of the red paper. Try to make it take up most of the page so the collage shows through nicely.
Step 4: Layer It Together
Help your child glue the red paper on top of the green paper, lining it up so the collage peeks through the tree opening. Suddenly—magic! You’ve got one of the best little paper Christmas trees around.
Step 5 (Optional): Add the Star
Finish by adding a star sticker to the top of the tree for an extra festive touch.
Perfect for Home or the Classroom
This simple craft is a fun project for:
- Preschool classrooms
- Kindergarten art centers
- Family Christmas celebrations
- Seasonal holiday decorations at home
It’s an especially great way to include children in decorating during the holiday season—and the best part is that every tree is completely unique.
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for fun ideas that don’t require fancy supplies or lots of prep, this easy Christmas tree craft is a must-try. It’s a fun craft, a simple project, and a creative way to celebrate this joyful time of year with children.
Whether you’re working with preschool activities, teaching older kids, or crafting with little kids at home, this fun Christmas activity is sure to bring smiles—and a little sparkle—to your Christmas season.
More of Our Favorite Christmas Tree Crafts
If you’re looking for another festive craft, we have a few different Christmas tree options to try. Another project that uses the same materials as this craft is this 3D Christmas tree. You already have everything you need!
If you do want to break out the paint, try this cute fingerprint Christmas tree!
