12 Days of Christmas Writing Prompts (Free Printable)

Every December, we like to mix a bit of festive fun into our writing time, and these 12 Days of Christmas writing prompts have become one of our favorite ways to do it.

What started as a simple holiday activity for my son turned into a creative tradition, he’d come up with the silliest wishes (“On the 7th day of Christmas, I wish for…a flying taco truck!”), and we’d laugh through all twelve days.

It’s an easy way to keep writing skills sharp without feeling like school. Each page pairs a line from the song with a fun image to color and a spot for kids to imagine their own wish.

Whether you use them for morning work, creative writing, or just some quiet holiday time, these prompts are low-prep and genuinely fun.

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12 Wishes of Christmas Writing Activity

These free writing prompts have become one of our favorite holiday traditions. They pair perfectly with our 12 days of Christmas coloring pages and are a great way to sneak in writing practice during the busy season.

Although designed with elementary kids in mind, I’ve seen older students get just as into it, especially when they start adding wild or thoughtful wishes of their own. It’s low-prep, fun, and feels more like play than schoolwork.

You don’t need anything fancy, just paper, crayons, and a bit of imagination. Whether you’re homeschooling or in the classroom, these writing pages offer a simple way to blend creativity with the holiday spirit.

What’s Included in the Worksheet

The first page includes the full 12 Days of Christmas lyrics, so kids can follow along and color as they go.

Each day has its own writing prompt and illustration, like:
“On the 1st day of Christmas, I wish for…”

Kids can color the image and write their wish below it. Some will be silly, some surprisingly thoughtful, and that’s the fun of it.

This printable turns a classic song into a meaningful, creative writing activity the whole class or family can enjoy.

Using Christmas Writing Activities in the Classroom

These Christmas writing prompts are a fun way to keep kids writing when December energy levels are high. They bring in just enough holiday cheer without losing the focus on learning.

Start with a quick chat about the song, most kids know the tune, but not all the verses. Then ask, “If you got one gift every day for 12 days, what would you wish for?” That always gets them thinking.

Look at each page together and talk about the image. A little discussion helps younger students make the connection and sparks ideas for their wishes.

Encourage a mix of silly and thoughtful responses. One of my favorites was “a sled that makes hot chocolate”, total genius.

A small reward for the most creative wish (stickers or ornaments work great) keeps things fun without turning it into a competition.

This simple activity makes writing feel festive and gives everyone a break from the usual routine.

More Christmas-Themed Worksheets

If you’re looking to extend the holiday fun, these Christmas printables are a great way to keep kids learning through the excitement of the season:

• Christmas word search – A festive way to boost vocabulary and focus
• Christmas word scramble – A quick and fun activity for spelling practice.
• Free Christmas alphabet printables – Great for early learners working on letter recognition.
• Christmas color by number – Reinforces number skills with a creative twist.
• Christmas counting worksheets – Perfect for practicing early math in a holiday theme.
• Holiday graphing worksheets – Introduce basic data skills in a visual, seasonal format.
• If I were a reindeer worksheet – Encourages imaginative thinking and storytelling.

The 12th day of Christmas is the feast of the three kings and is celebrated on January 6th.

Books About the 12 Days of Christmas for Kids

Pair your writing activity with one of these charming 12 Days of Christmas books for kids. They offer fun retellings of the classic song and are perfect for reading aloud during the holiday season.

These are a few of our favorites:

• Bluey 12 Days of Christmas – A playful version starring Bluey and her family, great for younger readers.
• 12 Days of Christmas – A beautifully illustrated take with a multicultural twist.
• Twelve Days of Christmas – A classic version with rich, detailed artwork that adds depth to each day’s gift.

These books help kids connect the prompts to the song and make a great addition to morning baskets or classroom read-alouds.

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Last Updated on 24 July 2025 by Clare Brown