December brings a magical time for families, filled with warmth, laughter, and an array of festivities. To add to this enchanting season, we’re thrilled to share an easy and creative activity for the little ones: “Advent Doodle a Day“!
What is “Advent Doodle a Day”?
“Advent Doodle a Day” is a merry little journey through December, inviting kids to unleash their creativity one doodle at a time.
This fun advent activity gives kids a chance to practice their drawing skills, and it may just kick start their enthusiasm for exploring all kinds of Christmas themed artwork.
By breaking it down into bite sized chunks of one little drawing per day, putting pencil to paper becomes super easy and inviting.
Each day, your child will discover a new festive prompt to inspire their imagination. From Santa’s fluffy beard to the twinkling Christmas tree, every doodle is a step closer to Christmas Day!
Why Participate?
Doodling is not just a fun pastime; it’s a sleigh ride of benefits for children:
- Boosts Creativity: Every stroke of their crayon is a spark of creativity that brightens the wintery days. After drawing each picture, kids can color and decorate however they like. And, if your child wants to make their own version of the prompt that is totally okay!
- Enhances Focus: Concentrating on their doodles, children can develop a deeper level of focus and attention to detail.
- Improves Coordination: Fine motor skills are refined as they navigate through the outlines and work with the pencil.
- Encourages Self-Expression: Each doodle is a unique expression of your child’s inner world, a canvas where emotions and thoughts come to play.
- Fosters a Holiday Routine: The anticipation of a new doodle each day adds excitement and builds a joyous December routine.
To take part in this daily drawing activity for December all you need to do is, choose one picture a day from the first page (kids can start with whichever they want!) and draw your own version into the blank space on the second page.
Repeat every day until the whole set of Christmas items is complete.
This is a lovely activity to spend quality time with the kids, if you print an extra copy for yourself and have a go alongside the kids. It’s actually a relaxing moment of mindfulness for the grown ups, among all the festive bustle and chaos too!
So, gather your crayons, markers, and glitter pens, and let’s sprinkle some creative cheer this holiday season!
What To Draw For Advent Doodle a Day?
Within this festive collection, your little artists will find a heartwarming array of holiday illustrations awaiting their creative touch.
They’ll encounter the cozy comfort of Christmas stockings and the jolly twinkle of star-shaped decorations. They’ll bring color to the soft curves of holiday wreaths and the whimsical swirls of candy canes.
The gentle slopes of sleighs and the merry roundness of Santa’s bag will come to life under their pens. They’ll decorate Christmas baubles, tie the loops of bows, and detail the cheerful faces of Santa Claus and his reindeer companions.
The warmth of candles, the sweetness of gingerbread people, and the crisp edges of holiday bells will all dance on the pages.
They’ll even address a miniature letter to Santa and illuminate the intricate branches of a Christmas tree.
From the ringing joy of bells to the silent night’s snow globes, each picture is a doorway to December’s wonders, ready to be adorned with the vibrant imagination of your children.
Download the PDF
Get ready to jingle all the way through creativity! Click below to download your “Advent Doodle a Day” PDF and print it out for a daily dose of doodling delight.
The file contains 2 pages – the cover page with all 24 doodle ideas, and one page to use for the daily drawing. If you want 24 copies of this page, adjust your printer settings and print it 24 times.
Terms of use: Free for personal use or classroom use, not for commercial use.
If your little ones are eager to dive into the merry-making but are looking for a sprinkle more guidance, don’t worry!
Coming soon is our step-by-step guide tailored for each enchanting illustration in the “Advent Doodle a Day” collection.
This guide will gently hold their hand through each line and curve, ensuring they can bring these festive scenes to life with ease and confidence. Keep an eye out for this handy companion to your child’s creative holiday journey—it’s the perfect helper for making their doodle dreams come true!
More December Activities for Kids
Looking for more ways to make this December one to remember? Stay tuned for a curated list of festive activities that will keep the holiday spirits high and the creative juices flowing!
From crafting homemade ornaments to singing carols by the fire, we have a treasure trove of activities coming your way.
Check the links below to ensure your December is packed with joy, laughter, and a whole lot of creativity!
- Easy Paper Plate Christmas Tree Craft
- Free Printable Santa Coloring Pages for Kids
- Paper Plate Nativity Craft for Kids
- Free Printable Christmas Secret Codes for Kids
You might also like our Craft and activity advent calendar with different creative ideas to try throughout the whole month of December.
Or, make your own book advent calendar, for the little ones who love nothing more than story time.
These are just a few of our favorites so browse around to find even more, or signup to our mailing list where we send out all kinds of fun crafts, activities and printables for free.
Let’s make this December a canvas of memories and masterpieces. Happy doodling! 🎨✨
Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.
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