December is full of festive energy and cozy learning moments. This section includes printables and activities for Christmas, Elf on the Shelf, Hanukkah, winter themes, and more — perfect for keeping learning fun through the holidays.
The parts of a Christmas tree worksheet have been a fun addition to our December learning, especially when we’re decorating our own tree. My son always asks what each part is called, so labeling it together with this printable turned into a little tradition. It’s a simple way to combine festive fun with early science…
If you’re looking for Christmas Eve box ideas for adults, we’ve been doing them for over a decade, ever since our son was about two. It started with his box, but we quickly realized how much fun it was to put together grown-up versions too. Now it’s a tradition: cozy socks, a festive drink, maybe…
The best stocking stuffers for boys can sneak up on you amidst the holiday bustle. In our house, it’s easy to focus on the big presents and forget the stockings, but over time, I’ve realized these small gifts bring just as much joy. We always add a tangerine, gold coins, and sometimes toiletries, they’ve become…
Over the years, I’ve tried all kinds of Christmas Eve box fillers to make the night before Christmas feel extra special for my son. Some have become traditions, like new pajamas or a favorite holiday book, while others change as he gets older. I’ve found that a mix of cozy, fun, and practical works best,…
The Christmas tree life cycle coloring page is a fun way to explore how these festive trees grow. As a homeschool mom, I love seeing how simple activities like this printable life cycle worksheet can spark curiosity. Kids will follow the journey from a tiny seed to the holiday centerpiece we all know and love….
We used these A Christmas Carol coloring pages during our December literature unit, and they turned out to be such a great way to make the story more relatable for my son. He loved coloring Scrooge’s transformation and talking about how the ghosts helped him change. If you’re looking for a simple way to introduce…
Elf on the Shelf accessories have become one of my favorite ways to keep the magic going throughout December. Each morning, seeing my son light up as he finds our Elf in a new outfit or with a fun prop has made these little additions feel so special. Whether it’s a cozy sweater, a karate…
These free Christmas coloring pages have become a simple but special part of our holiday traditions. We like turning them into a mini storybook, coloring each page, adding a name, and reading it aloud like it’s their own Christmas adventure. With ten festive scenes to personalize, they’re perfect for quiet afternoons, classroom fun, or even…
If your kids are anything like mine, Christmas elf books become part of the magic every December. We’ve built a little tradition around reading one each night leading up to the big day, sometimes it’s something silly, sometimes something sweet. Over the years, I’ve found a mix of stories that actually hold my son’s attention…
Looking for fun and creative ways to celebrate the end of the year? These New Year’s Eve printables for kids are perfect for keeping little ones entertained while adding a festive touch to your celebrations. From games and coloring sheets to DIY decorations, you’ll find plenty of activities to make your New Year’s Eve memorable…
This advent calendar coloring page has been one of our favorite ways to count down to Christmas. My son always wants to be the first to spot the right date, and coloring the little festive picture has become part of our December rhythm. It’s low-prep, calming, and gives kids something fun to look forward to…
Every year, once December hits, I start out with big Elf on the Shelf plans, fun setups, silly scenes, the works. But let’s be honest, some nights I’m just too tired to get creative. That’s exactly why I put together these free printable Elf on the Shelf notes. They’ve saved me more times than I…
As a homeschool mom, I’ve found that bringing a little holiday magic into math time makes all the difference, especially when it comes to teaching counting. These Christmas counting worksheets have been a favorite in our house because they turn early math practice into a fun, festive game. Whether you’re working with preschoolers or kindergarteners,…
Our Elf on the Shelf has been visiting since 2013, and over the years, the antics have only gotten sillier, and more memorable. What started as a simple tradition quickly turned into something we genuinely look forward to each December. From tiny pranks to sweet surprises, these easy Elf on the Shelf antics have become…
As Christmas will be with us any minute (I have no idea where this year has gone already!) I wanted to put together a list of educational Christmas activities that we will be doing this December. In December we tend to put away the core curriculum we have been working on, and instead focus on…