Easy Christmas Bookmark Ideas for Kids (Free Printables)
Every December, we look for easy ways to add a bit of festive fun to our reading time, and Christmas bookmark ideas have become one of our favorite go-to crafts.
Whether we’re slipping one into a holiday gift or coloring them together during quiet afternoons, these bookmarks turn reading into something even more special.
I’ve gathered a mix of free printable bookmarks and hands-on crafts that are great for different ages, some simple enough for preschoolers, others more detailed for older kids who love to get creative.
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Why We Love Christmas Bookmark Ideas
There’s something about pairing a festive bookmark with a favorite Christmas story that makes reading feel even more magical. When my son was younger, he loved the simple coloring versions with Santa and snowmen.
Now that he’s older, we try more detailed bookmark crafts, cutting, gluing, even adding tassels.
These make sweet gifts for friends, fun stocking stuffers, and cozy afternoon projects. Plus, they’re a sneaky way to encourage more reading during the holiday chaos.
Free Christmas Bookmarks for Kids
We like to print these on cardstock to make them a bit sturdier, especially if the kids plan to gift them or use them all season.
Just grab some markers or crayons, and they’re ready to color and cut, easy to set up and even easier to enjoy.
My son had a blast coloring Max while we reread the book. They’re simple enough for preschoolers but detailed enough to keep older kids engaged too.
We tried the printable version and added glitter glue for some extra fun. They’re a great project for Grinch fans or to go along with a themed movie night or unit study.
It’s simple enough for younger kids to manage with a little help and makes a fun companion to any gingerbread-themed book.
It works well for a classroom activity or just a quiet afternoon at home. We’ve printed extras and tucked them into books we gifted to friends.
We made a batch one year during a snow day and added red pom-poms for noses. Great for kids who’ve already mastered basic paper crafts.
We used this one during a quiet December morning, and my son added googly eyes to give it a little extra personality.
It’s fun, simple, and makes a great classroom or library craft.
They’re ready to print and color, and they make easy little gifts to include with a holiday book or hot cocoa kit. My son enjoyed adding ribbon to the tops to make them feel more “finished.”
We’ve used them for homemade gift bags, and they always feel more personal when the kids are involved in the decorating.
My son enjoyed customizing it with the different Santa names, and we hung it up near his reading corner. It’s festive and educational, even if it doesn’t mark pages.
They’re great for a wide age range and make sweet little extras to add to holiday cards or book gifts.
They’re simple enough for younger kids but look nice when colored in carefully. We laminated a few and used them as tags for book-themed presents.
My son added a tassel to his with yarn, and we even used a few as gift tags. Once they’ve been well-loved, you can recycle them, or repurpose them into collages or cards.
It only takes a few supplies, and you can personalize it with things like mini pom-poms or scrapbook paper. We’ve made a few to slip into winter books as part of our advent calendar.
We’ve used them as party favors during a gingerbread-themed storytime and added a ribbon to the top for extra flair.
We made these one snowy afternoon, and my son liked using googly eyes to give his penguin a bit more personality. They’re great for kids who enjoy storytelling and like making their own reading buddies.
These bookmarks have become one of those little traditions we look forward to every year.
Whether your kids use them for quiet coloring time or as a thoughtful gift for a friend, I hope they add a bit of joy to your holiday season too.
Last Updated on 6 May 2025 by Clare Brown