The holidays are busy, and kids get restless fast. Printable activities are the easiest way to plan screen-free fun: download, print at home and you are ready in minutes. Here are six ideas that work for families in the US, Canada, the UK, Europe and expat families celebrating in the Gulf.
1. Christmas trivia night
Gather the family after dinner, split into teams and read questions aloud. Mix easy questions for little ones with harder ones for grown-ups. Our Christmas Trivia Game has 40 family questions and an answer key.
2. A rhyming scavenger hunt
Hide clue cards around the house, each leading to the next, with a small treat at the end. It works indoors on a cold day. Try the Christmas Scavenger Hunt with 20 rhyming clues.
3. A letter from Santa
A personalised letter on the morning of 24 December makes the magic feel real. Add a "Nice List" certificate for extra excitement. See the Letter from Santa Printable Pack.
4. Elf letters and daily kindness notes
Instead of mischief, let your elf leave a small act of kindness to do each day: help set the table, make a card for a neighbour, share a toy. The Elf Letters & 12 Daily Kindness Notes are ready to print.
5. Colouring pages and puzzles
Keep a stack of colouring pages and word searches for travel days and quiet afternoons. Browse kids printables and colouring books, including word search puzzles.
6. A family routine chart for the holidays
Days without school can lose structure. A simple daily chart for wake-up, chores, play and bedtime keeps everyone calmer. Try the kids routine and chore charts.
Printing tips
- Print on thicker card for clue cards and certificates.
- Use "fit to page" so A4 and US Letter paper both work.
- Laminate trivia cards to reuse them every year.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get the printables?
They are digital downloads. Your link appears right after checkout and is emailed to you.
What age are these activities for?
Most suit ages 4–10, and trivia works for the whole family.
Can I print more than once?
Yes, print as many copies as you need for your own family.
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