Easy Pom Pom Christmas Tree Craft for Kids -

Celebrating the holidays at school is wonderful and often reminds me to let go of all my adult stressors and just enjoy the moment! On the other hand, when all of those adult stressors rear their heads, (lesson plans, unfocused students, holiday baking and shopping, Christmas crafts and programs…), it makes me wish for the long, lazy days of summer! I created this adorable Easy Pom Pom Christmas Tree Craft for Kids so you can set it up, then sit back with a cup of cocoa while your students create a keepsake pom pom tree their families will enjoy for years to come.

Learning With Simple Christmas Crafts for Kids:

LEARNING ABOUT HOLIDAYS WITH PRESCHOOLERS

PRESCHOOLERS ARE STILL LEARNING ABOUT HOLIDAYS. THEY ARE BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH FAMILY TRADITIONS, BUT STILL HAVE A LOT TO LEARN ABOUT THE REASONS BEHIND EACH HOLIDAY.

Teachers and parents can use crafts as a way to provide background information, vocabulary, and key concepts about any holiday.

Christmas tree vocabulary might include:

Evergreen
Holly
Pointsettia
Mistletoe
Garland
Wreath
Ornament
Tinsel

In addition to learning about tree vocabulary for preschool, here are some ideas to extend the learning:

What kind of trees make the best Christmas trees?
Why do some Christmas trees smell?
How should you care for your tree when it gets home?
What happens to the tree when Christmas is over?

What Can Preschoolers Learn From a Pom Pom Christmas Craft?

CRAFTING with preschoolers

ENCOURAGING AND SUPPORTING YOUNG CHILDREN AS THEY CREATE SOMETHING SPECIAL BY THEMSELVES IS AN IMPORTANT DEVELOPMENTAL STEP.

Crafting teaches children things way beyond the final product, whether that’s a pom pom Christmas decoration or a 4th of July flag.

Teachers, parents, and caregivers should carefully phrase how they talk about children’s art. Consider praising kids with more than, “Good Job.”

I can tell you worked so hard on this!
What was the hardest/easiest part for you?
Are you happy with the way this turned out?
I like how you….(used so many colors/painted the whole page/used glue to attach the pom poms)

As a result of praising your child’s effort rather than a final product that may or may not look anything like the teacher’s example, your child will develop confidence, creativity, and pride in his or her artwork.

Why Is It Important To Make DIY Christmas Crafts With Kids?

Besides the fact that kids love arts and crafts projects, there are so many other reasons you should do art and craft activities with your child.

Develop a Child’s Creativity

Simple Christmas crafts for kids are a great way to allow your child to show off their creative side.

Fine Motor Skills

Each time your child grasps a Christmas pom pom, squeezes the glue bottle or places an object on the tree, they are strengthening fine motor muscles.

Hand-eye Coordination

Activities like sprinkling glitter, placing small pieces onto the Christmas tree decoration craft, and cutting out shapes from pieces of construction paper helps with hand/eye coordination.

Calming Space

Christmas tree craft ideas are the perfect distraction during a highly exciting and overwhelming time of year for kids.

Following Directions

Projects that require kids to follow step-by-step directions, like the pom pom Christmas ornaments, are great for working on listening and reading comprehension skills.

Materials needed for the Christmas Tree Ornament Craft:

Craft sticks
Wooden stars
Gold acrylic craft paint
Craft brushes
Green pom poms
Mini multi-colored pom poms
Ribbon or twine
Hot glue gun
White school glue/tacky glue

How To Make the Christmas Tree Craft for Preschoolers

EASY CHRISTMAS CRAFTS FOR KIDS

I RECOMMEND PREPPING THE CRAFT STICK TREE-SHAPED FOUNDATION FOR YOUR STUDENTS. THEY WILL ENJOY PLACING THE POM POMS TO CREATE FESTIVE ORNAMENTS.

3 popsicle sticks glued together to form a tree shape with a gold star glued to the top.

To Make the Tree Shape:

With the hot glue gun, glue two craft sticks together at the top to form a “V” about 3 inches wide at the bottom.
Glue a third stick to run vertically down the middle. Allow the hot glue to dry completely. **If you want to make a larger tree like we did, make your “V” wider and add a few more sticks.
Next, students can paint their own stars. I would recommend doing it ahead of time so they can dry and you can hot glue them to the top of each tree.

The back of the finished Pom Pom Christmas Tree Craft.

To Make the Tree “Branches:”

Beginning at the top or the bottom, (I found it easier to start at the top) use the school glue to glue the pom poms to the craft sticks. Allow the glue to dry completely.
Glue your mini multi-colored poms poms onto the tree as your ornaments. Allow the glue to dry completely.
Cut a length of ribbon or twine approximately seven or eight inches, form a loop and tie in a small secure knot at the end. Hang on your tree and enjoy!