Free Christmas In Italy Worksheets

If you’re looking for fun and educational ways to explore holiday traditions around the world, these Christmas in Italy worksheets are a great place to start.

We used them during our Christmas Around the World unit, and my son was especially fascinated by La Befana and the Feast of the Seven Fishes.

The pack includes seven printable pages that mix simple facts with festive coloring, perfect for helping kids learn about Italian culture in a hands-on way.

Whether you’re homeschooling or adding a cultural twist to classroom activities, these free Christmas printables make learning feel like part of the celebration.

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Christmas in Italy Coloring Pages

The 7-page set includes simple facts and coloring prompts that introduce children to Italy’s festive food, traditions, and beloved characters like Babbo Natale and La Befana.

Babbo Natale

Italy’s version of Santa Claus, Babbo Natale delivers gifts on Christmas Eve. This page lets kids color him in and read about other Christmas Eve traditions, like the Feast of the Seven Fishes and the Yule log.

La Befana

This friendly Italian witch visits homes on January 5th, leaving sweets or coal. Kids can color her and learn why she’s such a big part of Epiphany in Italy.

Italian Christmas Food

From lentils and pork on New Year’s to sweet breads like Panettone, kids will explore the flavors of an Italian holiday feast while coloring these festive dishes.

World of Cookies for Santa is a favorite in our house for exploring holiday treats around the world, including Italy! It’s a great way to bring culture, food, and reading together this Christmas.

Italian Traditions

Tombola games, poinsettias, and heartfelt notes to parents, this page introduces simple but meaningful holiday customs celebrated in Italian homes.

After Italy, take a look at our Christmas in the Netherlands worksheets to see how Dutch families celebrate, with wooden shoes, Sinterklaas, and more!

Nativity Scene

The Presepe Napoletano shows both the Nativity and everyday life in Naples. Kids can see how faith and culture come together in this tradition.

Italian Bagpipes

Holiday music in Italy includes traditional bagpipes! Kids can color a musician and learn how this old tradition still brings towns to life during Christmas.

Buon Natale

Kids learn how to say “Merry Christmas” in Italian, and color a festive scene while they practice saying Buon Natale out loud.

Keep the learning going with our full set of Christmas Around the World worksheets. Featuring festive traditions from countries like Germany, Mexico, the Netherlands, and more.

Italian Christmas Books for Kids

If your kids are curious about Italian holiday traditions, these Christmas books with Italian settings are a lovely way to bring the culture to life. Perfect for pairing with your worksheets.

The Legend of Old Befana – This beautifully told story follows Old Befana, the kind Italian witch who delivers gifts on Epiphany. It’s a gentle introduction to one of Italy’s most beloved holiday figures.

Strega Nona’s Gift – Join Strega Nona and Big Anthony as they prepare for Christmas in their little Italian village. This sweet story blends holiday warmth with traditional foods and customs.

An Orange for Frankie – Inspired by Polacco’s own family history, this story shares the emotional meaning behind a simple orange at Christmas, an Italian-American tradition rooted in love and gratitude.

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Last Updated on 21 July 2025 by Clare Brown